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

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

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.

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 and bus which takes 4h 4m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m 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 does the Penrith to Welshpool bus arrive?

Penrith to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 bus ticket from Penrith to Welshpool?

Book your Penrith to Welshpool bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 571+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Dbus X77
4h 4m
£61–105
Drive 162 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Penrith to Welshpoolcar 162 mi
2h 51m
£40–57
Bus
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
£48–118
Train, bus via Manchester
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 Medical Centrebus X77
4h 40m

Penrith to Welshpool by train and bus

60Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.4 mi
Duration: 4h 4m

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

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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