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

The cheapest way to get from Bridgend to Welshpool is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bridgend to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Bridgend and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Bridgend station to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 and arriving at Royal Oak Hotel via Aberdare Bus Station Stand 11, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Bridgend and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Bridgend to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Welshpool via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Bridgend to Welshpool?

The distance between Bridgend and Welshpool is 146 miles. The road distance is 112 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bridgend to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Bridgend to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Welshpool bus from?

Bridgend to Welshpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, depart from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7.

Where do I catch the Bridgend to Welshpool train from?

Bridgend to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Bridgend to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Bridgend to Welshpool is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 27m.

Where does the Bridgend to Welshpool bus arrive?

Bridgend to Welshpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South Wales, arrive at Aberdare Bus Station.

Where does the Bridgend to Welshpool train arrive?

Bridgend to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Bridgend to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Bridgend to Welshpool is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Bridgend to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 540+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Bridgend to Welshpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Bridgend 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 Bridgend to ShrewsburyMilford Haven - Crewe / ...
3h 44m
£48–70
Drive 111.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bridgend to Welshpool111.4 mi
2h 30m
£28–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Aberdare Bus Station172
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
7h 27m
Train via Cardiff Central
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 14m
£45–104

Bridgend to Welshpool by train

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3h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 145.3 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

What companies run services between Bridgend, Wales and Welshpool, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Bridgend to Shrewsbury every 4 hours. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 2h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7 to Royal Oak Hotel via Aberdare Bus Station Stand 11, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 in around 7h 27m.

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