What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Welshpool?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Welshpool is to drive which costs £20 - £29 and takes 1h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Welshpool?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Welshpool is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £20 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Welshpool?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Welshpool is 86 miles. The road distance is 80.7 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Welshpool without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £26 - £60.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Welshpool?

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Greater Manchester to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Welshpool bus from?

Greater Manchester to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Welshpool is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £26 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Welshpool bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Welshpool is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Greater Manchester to Welshpool.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 524+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Greater Manchester to Welshpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Welshpool by train, bus, or car

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 Manchester Piccadilly to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 37m
£26–58
Drive 80.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Welshpool80.2 mi
1h 30m
£20–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand DX75
3h 42m
£28–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
6h 18m
£21–39

Greater Manchester to Welshpool by bus, foot, and train

82Weekly Services

3h 37mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 85.7 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Welshpool, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury hourly. Tickets cost £21–50 and the journey takes 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Charlotte Street, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 18m.

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