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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Welshpool is to drive which costs £20 - £30 and takes 1h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Welshpool is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Manchester station to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Manchester Central Coach Station and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Welshpool via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Manchester to Welshpool?

The distance between Manchester and Welshpool is 83 miles. The road distance is 83.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £23 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Manchester to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Welshpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Manchester to Welshpool train from?

Manchester to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Manchester to Welshpool is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £23 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £50 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Manchester to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Manchester to Welshpool train arrive?

Manchester to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Welshpool is 83 miles. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Manchester to Welshpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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Manchester to Welshpool - 4 ways to travel via train, line 1 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to WelshpoolBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2h 30m
£24–52
Drive 82.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Manchester to Welshpool82.6 mi
1h 35m
£21–30
Train, line 1 bus, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Chester
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Wrexham Bus Station 71
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Station2 / ...
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand DX76 / ...
5h 20m
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
5h 30m
£25–49

Manchester to Welshpool by train

83Weekly Trains

2h 30mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 82.6 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

You can take a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Welshpool via Shrewsbury in around 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station in around 5h 30m.

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