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

The cheapest way to get from Stafford to Welshpool is to drive which costs £13 - £19 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stafford to Welshpool is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Stafford and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Stafford to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Mill Bank and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Stafford and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Stafford to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Stafford and arriving at Welshpool via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 18m.

How far is it from Stafford to Welshpool?

The distance between Stafford and Welshpool is 65 miles. The road distance is 52.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stafford to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £19 - £50.

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

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Stafford to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Welshpool bus from?

Stafford to Welshpool bus services, operated by Arriva Midlands, depart from Mill Bank station.

Where do I catch the Stafford to Welshpool train from?

Stafford to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Wolverhampton station.

Train or bus from Stafford to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Stafford to Welshpool is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs £19 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus via Bus Station, which costs and takes 3h 29m.

Where does the Stafford to Welshpool bus arrive?

Stafford to Welshpool bus services, operated by Arriva Midlands, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stafford to Welshpool train arrive?

Stafford to Welshpool train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Welshpool station.

Can I drive from Stafford to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Stafford to Welshpool is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Stafford to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 523+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Stafford to Welshpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Stafford 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 Wolverhampton to WelshpoolBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2h 18m
£19–47
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mill Bank to Telford Central5A / ...
2. Take the train from Telford Central to WelshpoolBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
3h 16m
£11–28
Drive 52 mi
1. Drive from Stafford to Welshpool52 mi
1h 8m
£13–19
Bus via Bus Station
1. Take the bus from Mill Bank to Telford Central5A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Pola CinemaX75
3h 29m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Mill Bank to Bus Station5A / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
3h 42m
£17–24

Stafford to Welshpool by train

49Weekly Trains

2h 18mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 64.4 mi
Duration: 2h 18m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Wolverhampton to Welshpool every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–35 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Mill Bank to Pola Cinema via Telford Central, Telford Central, Shrewsbury, and Bus Station in around 3h 29m.

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