What is the cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool?

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool?

The fastest way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 37m and costs £27 - £40.

How far is it from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool?

The distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) and Welshpool is 140 miles. The road distance is 111.7 miles.

How do I travel from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool without a car?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £40 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool?

It takes approximately 4h 44m to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool, including transfers.

Train or bus from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool is to train which takes 4h 44m and costs £40 - £110. Alternatively, you can line 304 bus and bus, which costs and takes 7h 23m.

Can I drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 37m to drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 524+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool - 4 ways to travel via train

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff Airport (CWL) 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 Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 44m
£45–101
Drive 111 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool111 mi
2h 37m
£28–41
Line 304 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1304
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 5m
Line 304 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Cardiff Airport to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1304
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
7h 23m

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Welshpool by bus and train

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4h 44mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 139.2 mi
Duration: 4h 44m

What companies run services between Cardiff Airport (CWL), Wales and Welshpool, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Cardiff Airport to Post Office via Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 1, Cardiff Central, Merthyr Tydfil, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 in around 7h 23m.

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