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

The cheapest way to get from Llanelli to Welshpool is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Llanelli to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Llanelli and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Llanelli to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from West End and arriving at Berriew Street via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8, Groe and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Llanelli to Welshpool?

The distance between Llanelli and Welshpool is 131 miles. The road distance is 96.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Llanelli to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Llanelli to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Llanelli to Welshpool bus from?

Llanelli to Welshpool bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, depart from West End station.

Train or bus from Llanelli to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Llanelli to Welshpool is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £40 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 40m.

Where does the Llanelli to Welshpool bus arrive?

Llanelli to Welshpool bus services, operated by First South & West Wales, arrive at Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2.

Can I drive from Llanelli to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Llanelli to Welshpool is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Llanelli to Welshpool.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 544+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Llanelli to Welshpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 111 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Llanelli 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 Llanelli to Shrewsburytrain Swansea - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 57m
£43–80
Drive 96.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Llanelli to Welshpoolcar 96.3 mi
2h 17m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from West End to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2bus 195 / ...
2. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8 to Groebus X14
3. Take the bus from Groe to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
6h 40m
Line 111 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand Pbus 111
2. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand F to Brecon Interchange 5bus T6
3. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
7h 14m

Llanelli to Welshpool by train and bus

74Weekly Services

4h 57mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 130 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Llanelli, Wales and Welshpool, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Llanelli to Shrewsbury every 2 hours. Tickets cost £35–75 and the journey takes 3h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from West End to Berriew Street via Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 8, Groe, and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 in around 6h 40m.

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