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

The cheapest way to get from Colchester to Welshpool is to train which costs £35 - £95 and takes 8h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Colchester to Welshpool is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Colchester and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Colchester to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stop and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Colchester and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Colchester to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Colchester and arriving at Welshpool via Moorgate station, London Euston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Colchester to Welshpool?

The distance between Colchester and Welshpool is 230 miles. The road distance is 208 miles.

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

The best way to get from Colchester to Welshpool without a car is to train via London which takes 5h and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h to get from Colchester to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Welshpool bus from?

Colchester to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stop station.

Where do I catch the Colchester to Welshpool train from?

Colchester to Welshpool train services, operated by Greater Anglia, depart from Colchester station.

Train or bus from Colchester to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Colchester to Welshpool is to train via London which takes 5h and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £90 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Colchester to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Colchester to Welshpool train arrive?

Colchester to Welshpool train services, operated by Greater Anglia, arrive at London Liverpool Street station.

Can I drive from Colchester to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Colchester to Welshpool is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Colchester to Welshpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Colchester to Welshpool by train, bus, or car

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Colchester to London Liverpool Street
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
5h
£44–176
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New StreetStansted Airport - Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to ShrewsburyBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
8h 17m
£38–94
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station777
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
8h 55m
£44–86
Drive 206.8 mi
1. Drive from Colchester to Welshpool206.8 mi
3h 50m
£53–76
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Stop to Coach Station717 / ...
2. Take the train from Stansted Airport to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
7h 22m
£50–113

Colchester to Welshpool by train, foot, and subway

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Distance: 228.8 mi
Duration: 5h

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

You can take a train from Colchester to Welshpool via London Liverpool Street, Moorgate station, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stop to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 55m.

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