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Compare train and bus for London to Machynlleth
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Machynlleth among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a train costs an average of €49.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
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€73 Average price | €32 Average price Cheapest |
4h 26m Average total duration Fastest 3h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 48m Average total duration 7h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The best way to travel from London to Machynlleth is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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This is compared to other travel options from London to Machynlleth:
A bus is $26 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Machynlleth costing on average $61 (€49).
Other travel options to Machynlleth take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 45m.
- Around 6 trains per day.
- Around 3 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Machynlleth as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from London Euston (EUS) and arrive in Machynlleth station (MCN).
- Buses mostly depart from London, Victoria Coach Station and arrive in Aberystwyth, University.
- Travel with National Express to go to Machynlleth by bus.
- Travel with Transport for Wales, Avanti West Coast to go to Machynlleth by train.
- 2 direct buses per day with National Express.
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