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

The cheapest way to get from Bedford to Welshpool is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bedford to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Bedford and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Bedford to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Chaucer Road and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Milton Keynes Coachway and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Bedford and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Bedford to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Bedford and arriving at Welshpool via Kettering, Leicester and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Bedford to Welshpool?

The distance between Bedford and Welshpool is 151 miles. The road distance is 137.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bedford to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £30 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Bedford to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Welshpool bus from?

Bedford to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Bedford to Welshpool train from?

Bedford to Welshpool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Kettering station.

Train or bus from Bedford to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Bedford to Welshpool is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £30 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £45 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Bedford to Welshpool bus arrive?

Bedford to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bedford to Welshpool train arrive?

Bedford to Welshpool train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Leicester station.

Can I drive from Bedford to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bedford to Welshpool is 138 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Bedford to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 523+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Bedford 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 Kettering to Leicester
2. Take the train from Leicester to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
4h 39m
£32–85
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationC1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
5h 12m
£28–82
Bus, train via Shrewsbury
1. Take the bus from St Paul's Square to Central stationC1 / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Wolverhampton
3. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Shrewsbury
6h 14m
£43–114
Drive 136.9 mi
1. Drive from Bedford to Welshpool136.9 mi
2h 32m
£35–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Birmingham Coach Station707 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
6h 35m
£31–42

Bedford to Welshpool by train

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4h 39mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.3 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Bedford to Welshpool via Kettering, Leicester, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chaucer Road to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Milton Keynes Coachway and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 35m.

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