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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Welshpool is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Welshpool is to drive which takes 3h 54m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Welshpool via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 43m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Welshpool?

The distance between Barnstaple and Welshpool is 267 miles. The road distance is 193.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m to get from Barnstaple to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Welshpool bus from?

Barnstaple to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Welshpool train from?

Barnstaple to Welshpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Welshpool is to train which takes 6h 43m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Welshpool bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Welshpool train arrive?

Barnstaple to Welshpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Welshpool is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Barnstaple to Welshpool.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Barnstaple to Welshpool?

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple 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 43m
£81–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
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
9h 6m
£48–81
Drive 192.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Welshpool192.7 mi
3h 54m
£49–70
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury
8h 17m
£79–153
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davids
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Central
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
10h 11m

Barnstaple to Welshpool by train

48Weekly Trains

6h 43mAverage Duration

£81Cheapest Price

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Distance: 265.4 mi
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Welshpool via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 6m.

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