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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Carmarthen is to drive which costs £15 - £23 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Carmarthen is to drive which takes 1h 48m and costs £15 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Carmarthen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Clock and arriving at Carmarthen station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Carmarthen via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Carmarthen?

The distance between Machynlleth and Carmarthen is 67 miles. The road distance is 62.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Carmarthen without a car is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs .

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

The bus from Clock to Carmarthen station takes 2h 40m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Carmarthen bus from?

Machynlleth to Carmarthen bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from Clock station.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Carmarthen train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Carmarthen?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Carmarthen is to bus which takes 2h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £140 and takes 5h 58m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Carmarthen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Machynlleth to Carmarthen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Carmarthen?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Carmarthen is 63 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Machynlleth to Carmarthen.

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

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Where can I stay near Carmarthen?

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Machynlleth to Carmarthen - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Machynlleth to Carmarthen by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Clock to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2h 40m
Drive 62.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Carmarthencar 62.6 mi
1h 48m
£16–23
Train
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Carmarthentrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
5h 58m
£80–132
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 5 to Carmarthen stationbus 1
3h 14m

Machynlleth to Carmarthen by train

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Distance: 66.4 mi
Duration: 2h 40m

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

TaithCymru operates a bus from Clock to Carmarthen station every 3 hours, and the journey takes 2h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Machynlleth to Carmarthen via Shrewsbury in around 5h 58m.

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