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Outbound fromWindermere to Machynlleth by train
It takes an average of 6h 15m to travel from Windermere to Machynlleth by train, over a distance of around 129 miles (208 km). There are normally 7 trains per day travelling from Windermere to Machynlleth and tickets for this journey start from £41 when you book in advance.
| First train | 05:42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Last train | 21:47 | |
| Departure station | Windermere | |
| Arrival station | Machynlleth | |
| Journey time | From 4h 34m | |
| Distance | 129 miles (208 km) | |
| Frequency | 7 trains per day | |
| Changes | 2 changes | |
| Price | From £41 | |
| Train operators | CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales |
Take the train from Windermere to Machynlleth in 4 hours 34 minutes
If you want to travel from Windermere to Machynlleth by train, you've come to the right place.
You can expect the journey from Windermere to Machynlleth by train to take around 6 hours 15 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 4 hours 34 minutes on the fastest services. You'll usually find around 7 trains per day running on this route, which spans 129 miles (208 km). You'll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Machynlleth. You can travel on this route with either Avanti West Coast, Transport for Wales or TransPennine Express. As the main train operators on this route, all offer comfortable seating and plenty of space for luggage as standard.
Train tickets from Windermere to Machynlleth start from £41.00 when you book in advance, which can be cheaper than buying them on the day. Travelling during Off-Peak times or using a Railcard can also help you save money on train travel. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.
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Cheap train tickets from Windermere to Machynlleth
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Consider a Season Ticket
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