What is the cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Welshpool?

The cheapest way to get from Saffron Walden to Welshpool is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Welshpool?

The fastest way to get from Saffron Walden to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 55m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Saffron Walden and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Saffron Walden to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from High Street and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

How far is it from Saffron Walden to Welshpool?

The distance between Saffron Walden and Welshpool is 220 miles. The road distance is 174.7 miles.

How do I travel from Saffron Walden to Welshpool without a car?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £35 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Saffron Walden to Welshpool?

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Saffron Walden to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saffron Walden to Welshpool bus from?

Saffron Walden to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Train or bus from Saffron Walden to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Saffron Walden to Welshpool is to train which takes 5h 29m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Saffron Walden to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Saffron Walden to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Saffron Walden to Welshpool is 175 miles. It takes approximately 2h 55m to drive from Saffron Walden to Welshpool.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 524+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Saffron Walden 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
best
1. Take the train from Audley End to Tottenham Hale
2. Take the train from London Euston to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
5h 29m
£40–145
Line 7 bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Station Street to Railway Station7
2. Take the train from Cambridge to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsbury
7h 9m
£33–138
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station777
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
8h 46m
£43–84
Drive 173.7 mi
1. Drive from Saffron Walden to Welshpool173.7 mi
2h 55m
£44–63

Saffron Walden to Welshpool by bus, train, and subway

48Weekly Services

5h 29mAverage Duration

£40Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.9 mi
Duration: 5h 29m

What companies run services between Saffron Walden, England and Welshpool, Wales?

You can take a bus from High Street to Welshpool via Railway Station, Audley End, Tottenham Hale, Tottenham Hale, Euston station, London Euston, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 46m.

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