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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Machynlleth to Manchester
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
3 h 7 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
146 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Machynlleth to Manchester is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Machynlleth to Manchester will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 2 trains that leave Machynlleth for Manchester on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 146 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 7 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 7 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 bus for Machynlleth to Manchester
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Machynlleth to Manchester among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €41.
Distance: 90 miles (146 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€53 Average price | €42 Average price Cheapest |
3h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 15m Average total duration 7h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Machynlleth to Manchester train times
The table below shows live departures for Machynlleth to Manchester trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:06 AM Machynlleth | 3h07 | 11:13 AM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:06 PM Machynlleth | 3h07 | 3:13 PM Manchester | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Machynlleth to Manchester
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Trains from Machynlleth to Manchester run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $52 (€41) but you can travel from only $32 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:20, the last at 20:11. The fastest train covers the 90 miles (146 km) distance in 3h 7m.
Distance 90 miles (146 km) |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $52 (€41) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 7m |
First train 04:20 |
Last train 20:11 |
Train companies: Transport for Wales from Machynlleth to Manchester trainsTransport for Wales trains will get you between Machynlleth and Manchester from $32 (€26). 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 Machynlleth to Manchester
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Machynlleth to Manchester 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 Manchester, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Machynlleth to Manchester
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information 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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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental
Car RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi.
- Operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Carluccio’s
- Hotel Chocolat
- Starbucks
- The Pasty Shop
- Costa Coffee
- Pret a Manger
- Upper Crust
- McDonald's
- & more
- There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly
- Premier Inn Manchester City
- Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly
- Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30
- Sun: 07:00 - 22:30
- Located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
- Bus lines: 1, 2, 3, 147
- Train lines: Northern, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, East Midlands Trains, Transport for Wales
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
- Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3
- 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 toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: No cycle storage
- Storage CCTV: No
- Information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.
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