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 £35 - £85 and takes 10h 1m.

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 45m 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 A via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

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 Warrington Bank Quay, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

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 42m and costs £40 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m 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 FlixBus, depart from Buchanan Bus Station.

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 42m and costs £40 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Glasgow to Welshpool bus arrive?

Glasgow to Welshpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Glasgow to Welshpool train arrive?

Glasgow to Welshpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Glasgow to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Glasgow to Welshpool is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 45m 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?

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Glasgow to Welshpool - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 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 Crewetrain Glasgow Central - Milton Keynes Central / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 42m
£43–182
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
10h 1m
£37–83
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Welshpoolcar 274.7 mi
4h 45m
£67–96
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpooltrain
5h 15m
£41–120
Train via Warrington
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
6h 24m
£48–173
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Glasgow Central - Manchester Airport
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 34m
£50–166
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
3. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpooltrain
6h
£42–132
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpooltrain
7h 4m
£57–195
Fly Glasgow Airport to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane GLA - LHR
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpooltrain
7h 23m
£106–378
Bus to Edinburgh Airport, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Airportbus
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane EDI - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
4. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpooltrain
7h 54m
£57–207

Glasgow to Welshpool by train and bus

58Weekly Services

5h 42mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293.5 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

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 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Shudehill Interchange, Chorlton Street Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 1m.

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