What is the cheapest way to get from Axminster to Welshpool?

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Welshpool is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Axminster to Welshpool?

The fastest way to get from Axminster to Welshpool is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Axminster and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Axminster to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Trinity Square and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via County Hall and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Axminster and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Axminster to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Axminster and arriving at Welshpool via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Axminster to Welshpool?

The distance between Axminster and Welshpool is 256 miles. The road distance is 164.5 miles.

How do I travel from Axminster to Welshpool without a car?

The best way to get from Axminster to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £120 - £200.

How long does it take to get from Axminster to Welshpool?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Axminster to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Welshpool bus from?

Axminster to Welshpool bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, depart from Trinity Square station.

Where do I catch the Axminster to Welshpool train from?

Axminster to Welshpool train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Axminster station.

Train or bus from Axminster to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Axminster to Welshpool is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs £120 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 2m.

Where does the Axminster to Welshpool bus arrive?

Axminster to Welshpool bus services, operated by First Buses of Somerset, arrive at Waterstones station.

Where does the Axminster to Welshpool train arrive?

Axminster to Welshpool train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Axminster to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Axminster to Welshpool is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Axminster to Welshpool.

How do I get a train ticket from Axminster to Welshpool?

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 534+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Axminster to Welshpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Axminster to Welshpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpooltrain
6h 16m
£120–200
Drive 163.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Axminster to Welshpoolcar 163.6 mi
3h 36m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 106 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
9h 2m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain
8h 1m
Bus, train via Merthyr Tydfil
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Waterstonesbus 30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
11h 24m

Axminster to Welshpool by train

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6h 16mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Axminster to Welshpool.

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Distance: 254.1 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

What companies run services between Axminster, England and Welshpool, Wales?

You can take a train from Axminster to Welshpool via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Waterstones, County Hall, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 2m.

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