What is the cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth?

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth is to bus via Bangor which costs £16 - £25 and takes 3h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth?

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Holyhead and Machynlleth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Holyhead Port and arriving at Clock. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 6m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Machynlleth?

The distance between Holyhead and Machynlleth is 94 miles. The road distance is 84.2 miles.

How do I travel from Holyhead to Machynlleth without a car?

The best way to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth without a car is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth?

The bus from Holyhead Port to Clock takes 3h 5m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Machynlleth bus from?

Holyhead to Machynlleth bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Holyhead Port station.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Machynlleth train from?

Holyhead to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Train or bus from Holyhead to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth is to bus which takes 3h 5m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £60 - £110 and takes 5h 6m.

Where does the Holyhead to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Holyhead to Machynlleth bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Clock station.

Where does the Holyhead to Machynlleth train arrive?

Holyhead to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Machynlleth is 84 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Holyhead to Machynlleth.

How do I get a train ticket from Holyhead to Machynlleth?

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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Holyhead to Machynlleth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Holyhead to Machynlleth by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Holyhead Port to Clockbus 1
3h 5m
Bus via Bangor
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bangor station to Clockbus 1
3h 30m
£16–24
Train
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Shrewsburytrain Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 6m
£63–102
Drive 83.7 mi
1. Drive from Holyhead to Machynllethcar 83.7 mi
1h 49m
£21–30
Bus via Bangor #2
1. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Bus Depotbus T2
4h 27m
£17–25

Holyhead to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 93.7 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Machynlleth, Wales?

TaithCymru operates a bus from Holyhead Port to Clock once daily, and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Holyhead to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 5h 6m.

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