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

The cheapest way to get from Penrith to Welshpool is to bus which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Penrith to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Penrith and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Penrith station to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Rail Station and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h.

Is there a direct train between Penrith and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Penrith to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Welshpool via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 10m.

How far is it from Penrith to Welshpool?

The distance between Penrith and Welshpool is 176 miles. The road distance is 162.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Penrith to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £29 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 10m to get from Penrith to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Welshpool bus from?

Penrith to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Penrith to Welshpool train from?

Penrith to Welshpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Train or bus from Penrith to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Penrith to Welshpool is to train which takes 4h 10m and costs £29 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £45 and takes 8h.

Where does the Penrith to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Penrith to Welshpool train arrive?

Penrith to Welshpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Penrith to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Penrith to Welshpool is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Penrith to Welshpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 10m
£30–87
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 590
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
8h
£25–45
Drive 162 mi
1. Drive from Penrith to Welshpoolcar 162 mi
2h 51m
£40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Dbus X75
4h 43m
£52–121

Penrith to Welshpool by train

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4h 10mAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Penrith to Welshpool.

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 4h 10m

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

You can take a train from Penrith North Lakes to Welshpool via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 4h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rail Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h.

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