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

The cheapest way to get from Ludlow to Machynlleth is to bus which costs £8 - £12 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ludlow to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 1h 23m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Ludlow and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ludlow to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Assembly Rooms Park & Ride and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Knighton Bus Station and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Ludlow and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Ludlow to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Ludlow and arriving at Machynlleth via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Ludlow to Machynlleth?

The distance between Ludlow and Machynlleth is 88 miles. The road distance is 62.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ludlow to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Ludlow to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Machynlleth bus from?

Ludlow to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Assembly Rooms Park & Ride station.

Where do I catch the Ludlow to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Ludlow to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Ludlow to Machynlleth is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £12 and takes 4h 33m.

Where does the Ludlow to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Ludlow to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Knighton Bus Station.

Where does the Ludlow to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ludlow to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Ludlow to Machynlleth is 62 miles. It takes approximately 1h 23m to drive from Ludlow to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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Ludlow to Machynlleth - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Ludlow to Machynlleth by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ludlow to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2h 45m
£35–64
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Assembly Rooms Park & Ride to Knighton Bus Stationbus X11
2. Take the bus from Knighton Bus Station to Newtown Bus Stationbus 41A
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms Hotelbus X85
4h 33m
£9–11
Drive 62.1 mi
1. Drive from Ludlow to Machynllethcar 62.1 mi
1h 23m
£16–23

Ludlow to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 87.8 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Ludlow, England and Machynlleth, Wales?

You can take a train from Ludlow to Machynlleth via Shrewsbury in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Assembly Rooms Park & Ride to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Knighton Bus Station and Newtown Bus Station in around 4h 33m.

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