Look out for the Good Journey Mark – where car-free visitors are welcome and enjoy a discount
Getting toCentre for Alternative Technologycar-free
1 At a glance
CAT is closed until further notice owing to COVID-19. For further information and news of future reopening please see their website.
- train to Machynlleth
- short bus/taxi ride
- short walk to CAT
- enjoy 20% off entry
2 Step-by-step
Trains run direct to Machynlleth from Birmingham, Shrewsbury and Aberystwyth every two hours.
Train times and pricesBus 34 and bus T2 both run every couple of hours from the bus depot (and Machynlleth Clock) to CAT. The journey takes about 7 minutes.
It's a 10-minute walk to CAT from the bus stop, via footpath and lane - see map. Or the 34 bus stops by the entrance to CAT - ask the driver.
Open mapBus T2 also runs to CAT from Aberystwyth, Dolgellau, Porthmadog, Caernarfon & Bangor every two hours – and it’s free at weekends!
3 Plan your car-free journey
Reverse Route
Bike routes
National Route 8 runs right past CAT – on it’s long and hilly journey up Wales. You can bring your bike on the train and cycle from Machynlleth station to CAT in about half an hour – here’s the route.
Taxi numbers
A taxi from Machynlleth to CAT costs around £6 from Peter’s 01654 749065, Mach 01654 702048 or Lloyd’s 01654 702100.
Handy Tips
A group of 3 or more can save 25% on the train with a Small Group Day Ticket.
The T2 bus is free for everyone at weekends.
