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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Welshpool is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Fleming Way and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Welshpool via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

How far is it from Swindon to Welshpool?

The distance between Swindon and Welshpool is 171 miles. The road distance is 114 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Swindon to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Welshpool bus from?

Swindon to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Welshpool train from?

Swindon to Welshpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Swindon to Welshpool is to train which takes 4h 11m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Swindon to Welshpool bus arrive?

Swindon to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Welshpool train arrive?

Swindon to Welshpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Welshpool is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Swindon to Welshpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 11m
£60–100
Drive 113.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Welshpoolcar 113.3 mi
2h 26m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
7h 35m
£43–59
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Shrewsburytrain
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Pola Cinemabus X75
4h 31m

Swindon to Welshpool by train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 4h 11m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Welshpool via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 4h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Fleming Way to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Heathrow Central Bus Station in around 7h 35m.

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