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 - £22 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 - £22.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Carmarthen?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Carmarthen. However, there are services departing from Clock and arriving at Council Offices via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and The Black Lion. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 28m.

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 70 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 train and bus which takes 3h 21m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m 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 Lloyd's Coaches, 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 train which takes 5h 57m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 28m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Carmarthen bus arrive?

Machynlleth to Carmarthen bus services, operated by Lloyd's Coaches, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4.

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 train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Aberystwythtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Carmarthen stationbus T1c
3h 21m
Drive 62.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Carmarthencar 62.6 mi
1h 48m
£16–22
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
£94–171
Bus
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 28m
Bus via Cardigan
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square Cbus T5
2. Take the bus from Finch Square A to Council Officesbus 460
5h 16m

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Distance: 69.2 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Carmarthen via Shrewsbury in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Clock to Council Offices via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 and The Black Lion in around 3h 28m.

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