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

The cheapest way to get from Basingstoke to Welshpool is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basingstoke to Welshpool is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Basingstoke and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Basingstoke to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from The Malls and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Basingstoke and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Basingstoke to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Basingstoke and arriving at Welshpool via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

How far is it from Basingstoke to Welshpool?

The distance between Basingstoke and Welshpool is 176 miles. The road distance is 152.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 4h 29m to get from Basingstoke to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Welshpool bus from?

Basingstoke to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from The Malls station.

Where do I catch the Basingstoke to Welshpool train from?

Basingstoke to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Basingstoke station.

Train or bus from Basingstoke to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Basingstoke to Welshpool is to train which takes 4h 29m and costs £55 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 7h.

Where does the Basingstoke to Welshpool bus arrive?

Basingstoke to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Basingstoke to Welshpool train arrive?

Basingstoke to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Basingstoke to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Basingstoke to Welshpool is 153 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Basingstoke to Welshpool.

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

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Basingstoke to Welshpool - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Basingstoke to Welshpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basingstoke to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to WelshpoolBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 29m
£60–225
Drive 151.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Basingstoke to Welshpool151.8 mi
3h 14m
£38–55
Bus
1. Take the bus from The Malls to Heathrow Central Bus Station806
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
7h
£41–62

Basingstoke to Welshpool by train

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4h 29mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.4 mi
Duration: 4h 29m

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

You can take a train from Basingstoke to Welshpool via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Malls to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h.

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