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Cardiff Central to Machynlleth Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Cardiff Central to Machynlleth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as PKR 5,080.00, with average prices for this route around PKR 5,080.00. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
17:45 5h 22m, Changes required Cardiff Central	23:07 Machynlleth	Find Tickets
18:23 3h 18m, Changes required Cardiff Central	21:41 Machynlleth	Find Tickets
19:38 3h 25m, Changes required Cardiff Central	23:03 Machynlleth	Find Tickets
23:20 8h 42m, Changes required Cardiff Central	08:02 +1 Machynlleth	Find Tickets
23:51 8h 11m, Changes required Cardiff Central	08:02 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Cardiff Central to Machynlleth Train Route Details

First train

04:32

Last train

23:51

Departure station

Cardiff Central

Arrival station

Machynlleth

Journey time

3h 18m

Distance

133 km

Price

PKR 5,080.00*

Train operators

Great Western Railway, Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff Central to Machynlleth

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Cardiff Central to Machynlleth can result in significant cost savings.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff Central to Machynlleth, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Cardiff Central to Machynlleth train ticket types

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Cardiff Central to Machynlleth Train prices and times

Cardiff Central to Machynlleth Train Route Details