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

The cheapest way to get from Melksham to Welshpool is to bus which costs £22 - £45 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Melksham to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Melksham and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Melksham to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Bus Station, Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Melksham and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Melksham to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Melksham and arriving at Welshpool via Swindon, Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Melksham to Welshpool?

The distance between Melksham and Welshpool is 193 miles. The road distance is 120.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Melksham to Welshpool without a car is to train via Swindon which takes 5h 13m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Melksham to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Welshpool bus from?

Melksham to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Melksham to Welshpool train from?

Melksham to Welshpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Melksham to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Melksham to Welshpool is to train via Swindon which takes 5h 13m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Melksham to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Melksham to Welshpool train arrive?

Melksham to Welshpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Melksham to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Melksham to Welshpool is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Melksham to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 529+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Melksham to Welshpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Melksham 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 via Swindon
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 13m
£59–111
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
7h 53m
£22–42
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus StationX39 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Queensway Q1
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsbury
6h 44m
Drive 120.1 mi
1. Drive from Melksham to Welshpool120.1 mi
2h 46m
£30–43
Train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Newport (S Wales)Portsmouth Harbour - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 48m
£60–97

Melksham to Welshpool by train

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5h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 192.3 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

What companies run services between Melksham, Wiltshire, England and Welshpool, Wales?

You can take a train from Melksham to Welshpool via Swindon, Newport (S Wales), and Shrewsbury in around 5h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Bus Station, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 53m.

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