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

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Machynlleth Town Clock via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 4, Sarn Odeon and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Machynlleth?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Machynlleth. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Machynlleth via Cardiff Central and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Machynlleth?

The distance between Porthcawl and Machynlleth is 194 miles. The road distance is 102.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Machynlleth bus from?

Porthcawl to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Machynlleth train from?

Porthcawl to Machynlleth train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Machynlleth is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Machynlleth bus services, operated by Mid Wales Travel, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Porthcawl to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Machynlleth is 102 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Porthcawl to Machynlleth.

Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

There are 861+ hotels available in Machynlleth.

Porthcawl to Machynlleth - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 44m
£64–115
Drive 101.6 mi
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1. Drive from Porthcawl to Machynllethcar 101.6 mi
2h 27m
£26–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Carmarthentrain Bristol Temple Meads - Milford Haven / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen station to Machynlleth Town Clockbus 1
5h 59m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T1c
6h 21m

Porthcawl to Machynlleth by bus and train

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Distance: 193.1 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

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

You can take a bus from Northways to Machynlleth via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, Cardiff Central, and Shrewsbury in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, Mid Wales Travel operates a bus from Sarn Odeon to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 once daily, and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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