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

The cheapest way to get from Taunton to Welshpool is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Taunton to Welshpool is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Taunton and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Taunton to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from County Hall and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Taunton and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Taunton to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Welshpool via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 28m.

How far is it from Taunton to Welshpool?

The distance between Taunton and Welshpool is 197 miles. The road distance is 145.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Taunton to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £55 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 28m to get from Taunton to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Welshpool bus from?

Taunton to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from County Hall station.

Where do I catch the Taunton to Welshpool train from?

Taunton to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Taunton to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Taunton to Welshpool is to train which takes 4h 28m and costs £55 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Taunton to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Taunton to Welshpool train arrive?

Taunton to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Taunton to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Taunton to Welshpool is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Taunton to Welshpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Taunton 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 Taunton to Birmingham New StreetPlymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to WelshpoolBirmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
4h 28m
£57–132
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from County Hall to Birmingham Coach Station106 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A409
6h 35m
£37–67
Drive 145.1 mi
1. Drive from Taunton to Welshpool145.1 mi
3h 5m
£37–53
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Taunton to Newport (S Wales)Exeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to ShrewsburyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 14m
£60–129
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Taunton to Cardiff CentralExeter St Davids - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2T4
7h 39m

Taunton to Welshpool by train

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4h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 195.9 mi
Duration: 4h 28m

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

You can take a train from Taunton to Welshpool via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 28m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from County Hall to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 35m.

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