The cheapest and fastest trains from Birmingham to Machynlleth
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 24 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 traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Machynlleth will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Birmingham for Machynlleth on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct trains cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
7:22 AM2h24Birmingham9:46 AMMachynlleth$171One-way0 transfers
11:22 AM2h23Birmingham1:45 PMMachynlleth$201One-way0 transfers
11:22 AM2h23Birmingham1:45 PMMachynlleth$201One-way0 transfers
7:22 AM2h24Birmingham9:46 AMMachynlleth$171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train 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 bus with prices starting from $21. 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 bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $17.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Birmingham to Machynlleth:
A bus is $2 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Birmingham to Machynlleth costing on average $25.
Other travel options to Machynlleth take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 13m.
The journey is about 2m faster (2h 21m by train vs 2h 23m by car) and roughly $13 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($25 vs $38). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Birmingham to Machynlleth train times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Machynlleth trains for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 3:22 PM Birmingham | 2h17 | 5:39 PM Machynlleth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:22 PM Birmingham | 2h20 | 6:42 PM Machynlleth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:21 PM Birmingham | 2h24 | 7:45 PM Machynlleth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:22 PM Birmingham | 2h25 | 8:47 PM Machynlleth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:22 PM Birmingham | 2h20 | 9:42 PM Machynlleth | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:22 PM Birmingham | 2h39 | 11:01 PM Machynlleth | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
![]() | 7:22 AM Birmingham | 2h24 | 9:46 AM Machynlleth | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:22 AM Birmingham | 2h23 | 1:45 PM Machynlleth | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Transport for Wales?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Transport for Wales, but also compare tickets for the likes of West Midlands Trains or Transport for Wales to find the best option for your trip from Birmingham to Machynlleth.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Birmingham to Machynlleth
Trains from Birmingham to Machynlleth run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 20:22. The fastest train covers the 82 miles (132 km) distance in 2h 22m.
Distance 82 miles (132 km) |
Average train duration 2h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 2h 22m |
First train 5:34 AM |
Last train 8:22 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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 $17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Birmingham to Machynlleth
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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Birmingham to Machynlleth
Most Birmingham to Machynlleth trains use the Birmingham New Street to Machynlleth station pair. Use this guide to compare Birmingham and Machynlleth train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Birmingham New Street from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham New Street train station facilities and services
Birmingham New Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: All Bar One, Leon, Caffè Nero, Five Guys, Krispy Kreme, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Wasabi, Starbucks, Hotel Chocolat
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available from Sky Wi-Fi The Cloud. ATMs are aTM machines are located on the paid concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:15 - 23:00, Sun: 07:30 - 23:00. Information desks are in the middle of the station.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave bags with Excess Baggage Co inside the entrance off Hill Street. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Birmingham New Street: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham New Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham New Street: Step-free access in the whole station and ramps available for train access. All platforms have elevators and escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center, Premier Inn Birmingham City Center (New St Station), Radisson Blue Hotel, Birmingham.
Getting to Birmingham International from Birmingham city centre
Birmingham International is 12 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Birmingham International train station facilities and services
Birmingham International has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Birmingham International.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Birmingham International. ATMs are available at Birmingham International.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Birmingham International. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, 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 Birmingham International: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Birmingham International: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Birmingham International: 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.
Getting to Hall Green from Birmingham city centre
Hall Green is 6 km from Birmingham city centre. Public transport options include:
Hall Green train station facilities and services
Hall Green has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lounge, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Hall Green.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hall Green. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 0248998, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hall Green: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Hall Green: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hall Green: 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 public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, 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.
Which Machynlleth station do trains from Birmingham arrive at?
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.
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