Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Machynlleth travel guide

Machynlleth Tourism | Machynlleth Guide

You're Going to Love Machynlleth

With a population of 2 235, Machynlleth is a must-see destination in Wales, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Machynlleth to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Machynlleth

Machynlleth in January
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel
Machynlleth in January
Estimated hotel price
£76
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Machynlleth

Plane

Although Machynlleth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 106 km from Machynlleth. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Machynlleth departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Machynlleth, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Machynlleth to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 6 km from the city centre, Machynlleth Dovey Junction is the busiest station in Machynlleth. Another popular train station is Machynlleth, located 0.4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Machynlleth is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 282 km from Machynlleth. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Machynlleth, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Machynlleth takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Plane

Although Machynlleth doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 106 km from Machynlleth. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Machynlleth departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Machynlleth, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Machynlleth to Birmingham takes 2h 05m and costs around £34 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from London, expect to pay about £86 for a 2h 46m trip. Located 6 km from the city centre, Machynlleth Dovey Junction is the busiest station in Machynlleth. Another popular train station is Machynlleth, located 0.4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Machynlleth is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 282 km from Machynlleth. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Machynlleth, including FlixBus, National Express and Megabus. From Leeds, the bus ride to Machynlleth takes 113 km and will cost you around £7. From Liverpool, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 129 km.

Airports near Machynlleth

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Machynlleth

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Machynlleth

Most booked hotels in Machynlleth

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Awel Y Mor
3 stars
Excellent (9.9, Excellent reviews)
£118+
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The Buckley Arms
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
£136+
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Brigands Inn
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£119+
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Seabreeze Restaurant With Rooms
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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The White Lion Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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Dovey Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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Hiring a car in Machynlleth

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Machynlleth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Machynlleth (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.58 and £20.77.

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