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

The cheapest way to get from Edinburgh to Welshpool is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Edinburgh to Welshpool is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Edinburgh and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Edinburgh to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Edinburgh Waverley and arriving at Shrewsbury via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 31m.

How far is it from Edinburgh to Welshpool?

The distance between Edinburgh and Welshpool is 296 miles. The road distance is 274 miles.

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

The best way to get from Edinburgh to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 31m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Edinburgh to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Edinburgh to Welshpool train from?

Edinburgh to Welshpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Where does the Edinburgh to Welshpool train arrive?

Edinburgh to Welshpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Edinburgh to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Edinburgh to Welshpool is 274 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Edinburgh to Welshpool.

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

Book your Edinburgh to Welshpool train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 558+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Edinburgh to Welshpool - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Edinburgh to Welshpool by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 31m
£77–167
Train to Glasgow Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Glasgow Queen Streettrain
2. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpooltrain
6h 7m
£63–164
Drive 272.4 mi
1. Drive from Edinburgh to Welshpoolcar 272.4 mi
5h 1m
£68–98
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpooltrain
5h 26m
£64–144
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 16m
£100–169
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpooltrain
7h 25m
£110–228
Fly Edinburgh Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane EDI - LHR
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpooltrain
7h 37m
£142–408

Edinburgh to Welshpool by train and bus

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5h 31mAverage Duration

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Distance: 293.9 mi
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Edinburgh, Scotland and Welshpool, Wales?

You can take a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Welshpool Bus Station Stand D via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Bus Station in around 5h 31m.

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