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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Carmarthen is to bus via Clock which costs £9 - £11 and takes 3h 20m.

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?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth station to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Council Offices via The Black Lion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

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 57m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Carmarthen?

The distance between Machynlleth and Carmarthen is 75 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 3h 3m and costs £13 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Machynlleth to Carmarthen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Carmarthen bus from?

Machynlleth to Carmarthen bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

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 3h 3m and costs £13 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £140 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Machynlleth to Carmarthen bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at The Black Lion 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Council Officesbus T1 / ...
3h 3m
£13–17
Bus via Clock
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Clock to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Council Officesbus T1 / ...
3h 20m
£9–10
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 57m
£81–133
Drive 62.6 mi
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Carmarthencar 62.6 mi
1h 48m
£16–23
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Clock to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1c
3h 43m

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Distance: 74.2 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Council Offices via Aberystwyth, Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, and The Black Lion in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Machynlleth to Carmarthen via Shrewsbury in around 5h 57m.

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