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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd is to bus via Newtown which costs £14 - £20 and takes 5h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Red Lion and arriving at Catherine Street E2 via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Pontypridd via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Pontypridd?

The distance between Machynlleth and Pontypridd is 179 miles. The road distance is 92.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Pontypridd bus from?

Machynlleth to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Red Lion station.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Pontypridd is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus via Newtown, which costs £14 - £20 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Pontypridd bus arrive?

Machynlleth to Pontypridd bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Newtown Bus Station.

Where does the Machynlleth to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Pontypridd is 92 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Machynlleth to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 15m
£59–99
Bus via Newtown
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Red Lion to Newtown Bus Stationbus X85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station 7bus T4
5h 59m
£14–19
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Clock to Carmarthen stationbus 1
2. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain Milford Haven - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 33m
Drive 91.8 mi
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Pontypriddcar 91.8 mi
2h 15m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Tresillian Waybus T1c
7h 38m

Machynlleth to Pontypridd by train

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Distance: 178.4 mi
Duration: 4h 15m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Pontypridd via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 4h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Red Lion to Catherine Street E2 via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station 8 in around 5h 59m.

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