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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Machynlleth is to bus which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Machynlleth is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Porthmadog and Machynlleth?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from The Australia and arriving at Clock. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Machynlleth?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Porthmadog and arriving at Machynlleth. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 51m.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Machynlleth?

The distance between Porthmadog and Machynlleth is 41 miles. The road distance is 40.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Machynlleth without a car is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs £5 - £8.

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

The bus from The Australia to Clock takes 1h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Machynlleth bus from?

Porthmadog to Machynlleth bus services, operated by TaithCymru, depart from The Australia station.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Machynlleth train from?

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

Train or bus from Porthmadog to Machynlleth?

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Machynlleth is to bus which takes 1h 20m and costs £5 - £8. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £15 - £24 and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Porthmadog to Machynlleth bus arrive?

Porthmadog to Machynlleth bus services, operated by TaithCymru, arrive at Clock station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Machynlleth train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Machynlleth?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Machynlleth is 40 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Porthmadog to Machynlleth.

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

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Where can I stay near Machynlleth?

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

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

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Clockbus 1
1h 20m
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Porthmadog to Machynllethtrain Pwllheli - Machynlleth
1h 51m
£15–24
Drive 40.1 mi
1. Drive from Porthmadog to Machynllethcar 40.1 mi
53 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Porthmadog to Machynllethtaxi 40.1 mi
53 min
£170–210

Porthmadog to Machynlleth by train

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Distance: 40.5 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

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

TaithCymru operates a bus from The Australia to Clock every 3 hours, and the journey takes 1h 20m. Lloyd's Coaches also services this route every 4 hours. Alternatively, Transport for Wales operates a train from Porthmadog to Machynlleth every 4 hours. Tickets cost £15–24 and the journey takes 1h 51m.

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