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

The cheapest way to get from Glasgow to Welshpool is to bus and train which costs £35 - £90 and takes 8h 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 Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand B via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, Railway Station and Wrexham Bus Station 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

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 46m and costs £40 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m 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 National Express, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

Train or bus from Glasgow to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Glasgow to Welshpool is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £40 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Glasgow to Welshpool bus arrive?

Glasgow to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One 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.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 511+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Glasgow to Welshpool - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 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 46m
£43–181
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 31m
£35–86
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Welshpool274.7 mi
4h 42m
£69–99
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
£47–135
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Welshpool Bus Station Stand BT12
9h 43m
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, bus, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Queensway Q1
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
7h 12m
£74–204
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airport
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)EDI - BRS
3. Take the bus from Airport Bus Station to Queensway Q1
4. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
8h 2m
£75–211
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 25m
£115–373

Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX) flights

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Distance: 293.5 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

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

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Welshpool Bus Station Stand D via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Bus Station in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand B via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, Railway Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 5 in around 9h 43m.

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