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

The cheapest way to get from Newbury to Welshpool is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Newbury to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Newbury and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Newbury to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Newbury and arriving at Welshpool via Reading and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Newbury to Welshpool?

The distance between Newbury and Welshpool is 178 miles. The road distance is 136.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Newbury to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Newbury to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newbury to Welshpool bus from?

Newbury to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Gloucester Green Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Newbury to Welshpool train from?

Newbury to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Newbury to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Newbury to Welshpool is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £75 and takes 7h 48m.

Where does the Newbury to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Newbury to Welshpool train arrive?

Newbury to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Newbury to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Newbury to Welshpool is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Newbury to Welshpool.

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

Book your Newbury to Welshpool train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 522+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Newbury and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Newbury to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Park Way and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Becquerel Avenue Terminus, Redbridge Park and Ride, Gloucester Green Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 48m.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to WelshpoolBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 1m
£48–143
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station160 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
7h 48m
£34–71
Drive 136 mi
1. Drive from Newbury to Welshpool136 mi
2h 54m
£34–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newbury Wharf to Parkway StationX34 / ...
2. Take the train from Didcot Parkway to Banbury
3. Take the train from Banbury to Birmingham Moor Street
4. Take the train from Smethwick Galton Bridge to Shrewsbury
7h 36m
£46–66

Newbury to Welshpool by train

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Distance: 177 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

What companies run services between Newbury, West Berkshire, England and Welshpool, Wales?

You can take a train from Newbury to Welshpool via Reading and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Way to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Becquerel Avenue Terminus, Redbridge Park and Ride, George Street, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 48m.

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