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

The cheapest way to get from Neath to Machynlleth is to bus via Brecon which costs £14 - £20 and takes 5h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Neath to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Neath and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Neath station to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Neath station and arriving at Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Brecon Interchange 2 and Newtown Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Neath and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Neath to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Neath and arriving at Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Neath to Machynlleth?

The distance between Neath and Machynlleth is 112 miles. The road distance is 81.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Neath to Machynlleth without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 58m and costs £24 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 58m to get from Neath to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Neath to Machynlleth bus from?

Neath to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, depart from Neath station.

Where do I catch the Neath to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Neath to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Neath to Machynlleth is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £75 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus via Brecon, which costs £14 - £20 and takes 5h 54m.

Where does the Neath to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Neath to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Adventure Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 5 station.

Where does the Neath to Machynlleth train arrive?

Neath to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Neath to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Neath to Machynlleth is 82 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Neath to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Neath to Carmarthentrain
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to The Black Lionbus T1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1 / ...
4h 58m
£25–43
Bus via Brecon
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Neath station to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Wynnstay Arms Hotelbus X85
5h 54m
£15–20
Train
1. Take the train from Neath to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
5h 37m
£79–151
Drive 81.2 mi
1. Drive from Neath to Machynllethcar 81.2 mi
2h 25m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Parkway Stand 6 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
6h 13m

Neath to Machynlleth by train and bus

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Distance: 111.4 mi
Duration: 4h 58m

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

You can take a train from Neath to Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury in around 5h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Neath station to Wynnstay Arms Hotel via Brecon Interchange 2 and Newtown Bus Station in around 5h 54m.

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