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

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Swansea is to bus which costs £17 - £25 and takes 4h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Machynlleth and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Machynlleth to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Park Avenue and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via The Black Lion and Rose and Crown. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Swansea via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Swansea?

The distance between Machynlleth and Swansea is 213 miles. The road distance is 84.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Swansea without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 45m and costs £70 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 45m to get from Machynlleth to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Swansea bus from?

Machynlleth to Swansea bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from Park Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Machynlleth to Swansea?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Swansea is to train via Cardiff which takes 4h 45m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £25 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Machynlleth to Swansea bus arrive?

Machynlleth to Swansea bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at The Black Lion station.

Where does the Machynlleth to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Swansea is 85 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Machynlleth to Swansea.

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

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Swanseatrain
4h 45m
£71–127
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Park Avenue to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
2. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1bus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 112 / ...
4h 55m
£17–25
Drive 84.3 mi
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Swanseacar 84.3 mi
2h 12m
£21–31
Train
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsburytrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Swanseatrain Shrewsbury - Swansea / ...
6h 8m
£61–97

Machynlleth to Swansea by train

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Distance: 211.4 mi
Duration: 4h 45m

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

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Swansea via Shrewsbury and Cardiff Central in around 4h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Machynlleth to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Aberystwyth, Park Avenue, The Black Lion, Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1, and Rose and Crown in around 4h 55m.

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