Manchester to Machynlleth by train
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Overview: trains from Manchester to Machynlleth
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Travelling from Manchester to Machynlleth by train
Considering a train trip from Manchester to Machynlleth? This guide will walk you through everything — from the best routes to finding the cheapest train tickets — so you can enjoy a smooth, stress-free journey.
Train cost between Manchester and Machynlleth
Average fares along this route:
The cheapest ticket price: AU$52.56
Ticket price when booked 30 days in advance:
Ticket price when booked 7 days in advance:
Finding cheap train tickets
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Manchester to Machynlleth departure timetable
On this route, 23 trains run daily, with the first one leaving Manchester at 05:05 and the last leaving at 23:38 during the week.
For weekend travel to Machynlleth, the earliest departure is at 05:11 and the last one is at 22:35. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 41 minutes.
How long does the train from Manchester to Machynlleth take?
The shortest journey time on this route is 2 hours and 45 minutes, with trains covering a total distance of 146 kilometres.
When are tickets between Manchester and Machynlleth available for purchase?
Tickets for trains between Manchester and Machynlleth can be purchased 5 months before the departure date. Take advantage of the early-bird savings by booking as early as possible.
More information on train travel from Manchester to Machynlleth
Want to know more about train travel in Europe? Explore our help articles for guidance on booking, travel discounts, class of service and much more. Need some travel inspiration? Check out our Machynlleth city guide to get you started.
FAQs about the train journey from Manchester to Machynlleth
Want to know more about your journey from Manchester to Machynlleth? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
The distance between Manchester and Machynlleth is 146 kilometres.
The cheapest fare on this route is AU$52.56. If you book 30 days in advance, tickets cost about . If booked 7 days in advance, the cost is typically .
Tickets for this journey become available 5 months before the travel date.
The fastest journey takes 2 hours and 45 minutes.
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Other train journeys to Machynlleth
- From Shrewsbury to Machynlleth From AU$14.60
- From Birmingham to Machynlleth From AU$27.74
- From Birmingham International to Machynlleth From AU$29.93
- From London to Machynlleth From AU$159.14
- From Aberystwyth to Machynlleth From AU$13.69
- From Tywyn to Machynlleth From AU$15.33
- From Pwllheli to Machynlleth From AU$56.21
- From Barmouth to Machynlleth From AU$15.33
- From Wolverhampton to Machynlleth From AU$32.85
- From Porthmadog to Machynlleth From AU$42.34
- From Crewe to Machynlleth From AU$61.32
Other train journeys from Machynlleth
- From Machynlleth to Shrewsbury From AU$14.60
- From Machynlleth to Birmingham From AU$23.36
- From Machynlleth to London From AU$97.82
- From Machynlleth to Wolverhampton From AU$24.82
- From Machynlleth to Aberystwyth From AU$12.41
- From Machynlleth to Tywyn From AU$12.14
- From Machynlleth to Birmingham International From AU$35.77
- From Machynlleth to Porthmadog From AU$21.17
- From Machynlleth to Pwllheli From AU$43.80
- From Machynlleth to Paris From AU$415.37
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