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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Welshpool is to bus which costs £40 - £60 and takes 9h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Glasgow to Welshpool is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Glasgow and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Glasgow station to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57 and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Brunel St and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Glasgow and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Glasgow to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Glasgow Central and arriving at Welshpool via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 45m.

How far is it from Glasgow to Welshpool?

The distance between Glasgow and Welshpool is 295 miles. The road distance is 276.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Glasgow to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £40 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Glasgow to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Welshpool bus from?

Glasgow to Welshpool bus services, operated by Megabus UK, depart from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57.

Where do I catch the Glasgow to Welshpool train from?

Glasgow to Welshpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Welshpool is to train which takes 5h 45m and costs £40 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Glasgow to Welshpool bus arrive?

Glasgow to Welshpool bus services, operated by Megabus UK, arrive at Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop station.

Where does the Glasgow to Welshpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Glasgow to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Welshpool is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Glasgow to Welshpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 524+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Glasgow to Welshpool - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Glasgow to Welshpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Glasgow Central to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to ShrewsburyCrewe - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 45m
£44–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57 to Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stopmegabus M11
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
9h 31m
£40–57
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Welshpool274.7 mi
4h 42m
£68–98
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpool
5h 17m
£47–130
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester PiccadillyGlasgow Central - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 28m
£54–174
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpool
6h 2m
£47–137
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
7h 6m
£65–210
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
7h 27m
£113–388

Glasgow to Welshpool by train

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Distance: 293.3 mi
Duration: 5h 45m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Welshpool via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 5h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57 to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop, Brunel St, New St Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 31m.

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