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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Machynlleth to Cardiff
Cheapest price
£76
Average price
£76
Fastest journey
3 h 17 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
132 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Machynlleth to Cardiff is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Machynlleth to Cardiff will cost around £76 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £76.
To travel from Machynlleth to Cardiff you need to make at least one change.
5:543h22Machynlleth9:16Cardiff£761One-way1 change- 7:053h42Machynlleth10:47Cardiff£761One-way1 change
- 8:053h31Machynlleth11:36Cardiff£761One-way1 change
- 9:063h38Machynlleth12:44Cardiff£761One-way1 change
- 10:083h42Machynlleth13:50Cardiff£761One-way1 change
- 18:063h17Machynlleth21:23Cardiff£761One-way1 change
- 5:543h22Machynlleth9:16Cardiff£761One-way1 change
- 8:053h31Machynlleth11:36Cardiff£761One-way1 change
- 14:073h34Machynlleth17:41Cardiff£761One-way1 change
- 16:083h35Machynlleth19:43Cardiff£761One-way1 change
Live departures
Machynlleth to Cardiff train times
The table below shows live departures for Machynlleth to Cardiff trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 15 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:54 Machynlleth | 3h22 | 9:16 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 7:05 Machynlleth | 3h42 | 10:47 Cardiff | 1 change | |
| 8:05 Machynlleth | 3h31 | 11:36 Cardiff | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Machynlleth to Cardiff
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Machynlleth to Cardiff run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £76 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:15, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 132 km distance in 3h 14m.
Distance 132 km |
Average train duration 3h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £76 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 14m |
First train 4:15 |
Last train 20:11 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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FAQs: Machynlleth to Cardiff train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Machynlleth to Cardiff 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 Cardiff, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Machynlleth and Cardiff
Most Machynlleth to Cardiff trains use the Machynlleth to Cardiff Central station pair, with some services arriving at Cathays. Use this guide to compare Machynlleth and Cardiff train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Machynlleth station do trains to Cardiff leave from?
Getting to Machynlleth from Machynlleth city centre
Machynlleth train station facilities and services
Machynlleth has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Blasau Delicatessen
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Machynlleth. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Machynlleth: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Machynlleth: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Machynlleth: 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.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Getting to Cathays from Cardiff city centre
Cathays train station facilities and services
Cathays has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Cathays.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cathays. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 03333 211202, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cathays: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Cathays: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cathays: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B3. While both platforms are step-free, there is no facility for wheelchair users, mobility scooter users or persons with reduced mobility to cross between Platform 1 and 2 due to a steep footbridge. Customers who have travelled from the Valleys and wish to access the University or the Civic Centre are advised to travel to Queen Street station, change onto a North-bound service and alight at Cathays on the return service, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) take cash, and major debit and credit cards. The machine on the Cardiff-bound platform is only available during staffing hours. The machine on the Pontypridd-bound platform is available all the time, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Travelodge.
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