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

The cheapest way to get from Cambridge to Welshpool is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cambridge to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Cambridge and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Cambridge to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Parkside and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Cambridge and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Cambridge and arriving at Welshpool via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Cambridge to Welshpool?

The distance between Cambridge and Welshpool is 199 miles. The road distance is 160.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cambridge to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Cambridge to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Welshpool bus from?

Cambridge to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Parkside station.

Where do I catch the Cambridge to Welshpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Cambridge to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Cambridge to Welshpool is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Cambridge to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cambridge to Welshpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cambridge to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cambridge to Welshpool is 160 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Cambridge to Welshpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Cambridge to Welshpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New StreetStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to WelshpoolBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 4m
£36–119
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Drummer St Bus Station to Bus Station905
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
6h 18m
£22–87
Drive 159.4 mi
1. Drive from Cambridge to Welshpool159.4 mi
2h 43m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Parkside to Birmingham Coach Station777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
6h 20m
£38–83

Cambridge to Welshpool by train

48Weekly Trains

5h 4mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 198.3 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Cambridge to Welshpool via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Parkside to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 20m.

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