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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Machynlleth
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a train from Lancaster to Machynlleth and enjoy the approximately 177 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 177 km |
Trains per day 3 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
FAQs: Lancaster to Machynlleth train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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.
A stay of 2 to 3 days in Machynlleth is ideal to explore its historic sites, enjoy nearby nature reserves, and experience the local culture.
The train distance from Lancaster to Machynlleth is 177 km.
Yes, the train journey from Lancaster to Machynlleth is considered scenic, as it passes through picturesque landscapes, including the rolling hills of the English countryside and the scenic vistas of the Cambrian Mountains in Wales.
To travel from Lancaster to Machynlleth, you can take a .
Booking trains from Lancaster to Machynlleth in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train station in Lancaster that goes to Machynlleth is Lancaster station (LAN), and it arrives at Machynlleth station (MCN).
Trains from Lancaster to Machynlleth run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no direct train service available from Lancaster to Machynlleth.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lancaster to Machynlleth.
There is no night train service from Lancaster to Machynlleth.
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Important Stations and Airports in Lancaster and Machynlleth
Lancaster
Machynlleth
The major train station for departures in Lancaster is Lancaster. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lancaster for your trip from Lancaster to Machynlleth.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 19:45 Saturday 05:15 - 19:45 Sunday 09:30 - 20:00
Distance to city center
2 kmShopping
- Type of shops available: News agent
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office.
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: Yes, located platform 4/5 and platform 3
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 1 (south end)120 Stands Platform 3 (middle) 16 Platform 4 (North End), 12 Stands Platform 5, 40 Stands
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Lancaster
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stop outside the station rear entrance adjacent to platform 3.
The major train station for arrivals in Machynlleth is Machynlleth. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Machynlleth for your journey to Machynlleth from Lancaster.
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 18:15 Saturday 05:15 - 18:15 Sunday 08:30 - 17:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
- Blasau Delicatessen
Accessibility
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: At the front of the station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03333 211202
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Machynlleth
- 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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