About this road
The A487 from Machynlleth to Aberystwyth, running above the Dyfi estuary with views over the water to Aberdyfi before heading inland.
Ride notes
- Busy main road
- Slow through villages
Green lanes near this road
We don't have any green lanes recorded within 5 km of this road apart from 37 unnamed sections, which you can see on the Holloway map.
*Based on each lane's recorded designation. Legal status changes, so check each lane's current status on the Holloway map and the signs before you ride.
Fuel along the way
- Texaco0.0 km in
- murco17 km in
- Dragon, A487, Bow Street, SY24 5AA21 km in
- Texaco, SY23 3SL27 km in
- Morrisons, SY23 3TL27 km in
- Texaco28 km in
Distances are measured from the Machynlleth end. Stations can close or keep short hours, especially in remote areas.
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More scenic roads nearby
- A44 Rhayader to Aberystwyth16 km away
- Tal-y-llyn Pass19 km away
- A493 Dolgellau to Tywyn21 km away
An ordinary public road: follow the signs, speed limits and any temporary closures. Road and weather conditions change, especially on high and remote roads.