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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Machynlleth
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
2 h 21 m
Average duration
2 h 53 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Birmingham to Machynlleth is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Machynlleth will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birmingham for Machynlleth every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 21 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Birmingham to Machynlleth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Machynlleth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 132 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £17 Average Price |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Birmingham to Machynlleth train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Machynlleth trains for today, Friday 5 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 07:22 Birmingham | 2h24 | 09:46 Machynlleth | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:52 Birmingham | 2h47 | 10:39 Machynlleth | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Machynlleth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Birmingham to Machynlleth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:22. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 2h 24m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 24m |
First train 05:20 |
Last train 21:22 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, West Midlands Trains from Birmingham to Machynlleth trainsTransport for Wales, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Birmingham and Machynlleth from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Birmingham to Machynlleth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Machynlleth by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Machynlleth, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Machynlleth
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Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 07:00 - 16:00 Friday 07:00 - 18:00 Saturday 08:00 - 16:00 Sunday Closed None
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are not available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: On platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: In the event of engineering the bus/coach will collect from: The public service bus stop outside station entrance.
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WC
Lounge
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 21:00 Saturday 06:15 - 21:00 Sunday 08:15 - 21:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The accessible toilets are located on the Concourse.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: Closed until further notice.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: 18 cycle stands plus a cycling compound with 27 spaces available at the front of the station (please see staff for more information)
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station opposite the entrance to the long stay car park.
WifiShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 00:10 Saturday 05:55 - 23:55 Sunday 08:40 - 00:10
- Type of shops available: Newsagent, Flower stall
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to all platforms.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms are located on Platform 1 and between platforms 3 & 4.
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between Platforms 2 and 3 at the south end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: This station is not usually served by rail replacement buses, due to difficult road access. Replacement buses stop at Birmingham Snow Hill station.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 18:15 Saturday 05:15 - 18:15 Sunday 08:30 - 17:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Blasau Delicatessen
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Shrewsbury) via footbridge with lifts. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Machynlleth and Pwllheli) from the station car park.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Onward travel information: Frequent services from bus stops on Heol-y-Doll.
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait outside the main station building
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