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 £28 - £45 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 £28 - £45.

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 Regent Circus and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 30m.

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 via Newport which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £130.

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 FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus 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 via Newport which takes 4h 11m and costs £50 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £35 - £55 and takes 6h 30m.

Where does the Swindon to Welshpool bus arrive?

Swindon to Welshpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Royal Well 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 - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Swindon 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 via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 11m
£54–130
Drive 113.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Welshpool113.3 mi
2h 26m
£29–41
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
6h 30m
£36–55
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spa
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool
4h 21m
£36–88
Bus
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Kingsway GDUk042
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
7h 41m

Swindon to Welshpool by train

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4h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.5 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 Regent Circus to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 30m.

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