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

The cheapest way to get from Scotland to Welshpool is to bus and train which costs £30 - £90 and takes 8h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Scotland to Welshpool is to drive which takes 4h 42m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Scotland and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Scotland station to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Buchanan Bus Station and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand B via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, Railway Station and Wrexham Bus Station 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 19m.

How far is it from Scotland to Welshpool?

The distance between Scotland and Welshpool is 296 miles. The road distance is 276.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Scotland to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Scotland to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Scotland to Welshpool bus from?

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

Train or bus from Scotland to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Scotland to Welshpool is to train which takes 5h 46m and costs £40 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 9h 19m.

Where does the Scotland to Welshpool bus arrive?

Scotland to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Can I drive from Scotland to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Scotland to Welshpool is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 42m to drive from Scotland to Welshpool.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 524+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Scotland to Welshpool - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Scotland to Welshpool by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Glasgow Central to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to ShrewsburyCrewe - Shrewsbury / ...
5h 46m
£41–180
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to ShrewsburyManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
8h 32m
£35–85
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Glasgow to Welshpool274.7 mi
4h 42m
£69–99
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpool
5h 27m
£48–140
Bus
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One802
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Chester Bus Interchange
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Welshpool Bus Station Stand BT12
9h 19m
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpool
5h 14m
£41–140
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)ABZ - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Welshpool
5h 30m
£91–221
Fly Aberdeen Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Aberdeen Airport (ABZ) to Manchester Airport (MAN)ABZ - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury
6h 39m
£101–200
Fly Glasgow Airport to Bristol Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Bristol Airport (BRS)GLA - BRS
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
7h 6m
£57–190
Fly Inverness Dalcross Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Inverness Dalcross Airport (INV) to Manchester Airport (MAN)INV - MAN
2. Take the train from Wilmslow to Shrewsbury
6h 43m
£118–267

Scotland to Welshpool by train and bus

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5h 46mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 294.1 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Scotland and Welshpool, Wales?

You can take a train from Glasgow Central to Welshpool Bus Station Stand D via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Bus Station in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand B via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Chester Bus Interchange, Railway Station, and Wrexham Bus Station 5 in around 9h 19m.

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