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

The cheapest way to get from Axminster to Welshpool is to bus which costs £28 - £60 and takes 8h 10m.

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 32m 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 Blackbrook BP Garage, Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

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 17m.

How far is it from Axminster to Welshpool?

The distance between Axminster and Welshpool is 256 miles. The road distance is 164 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 17m and costs £80 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 17m 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 FlixBus, depart from Blackbrook BP Garage 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 17m and costs £80 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £60 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Axminster to Welshpool bus arrive?

Axminster to Welshpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus 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 164 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m 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 521+ 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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Axminster to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
6h 17m
£81–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Blackbrook BP Garage to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
8h 10m
£29–59
Drive 163 mi
1. Drive from Axminster to Welshpool163 mi
3h 32m
£41–59
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Market House30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
8h 8m
Bus, train via Merthyr Tydfil
1. Take the bus from Trinity Square to Market House30
2. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
10h 33m

Axminster to Welshpool by train

48Weekly Trains

6h 17mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 254.1 mi
Duration: 6h 17m

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 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Trinity Square to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Ilminster Road Busway, Blackbrook BP Garage, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 10m.

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