What is the cheapest way to get from Welshpool Station to Cardiff?

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool Station to Cardiff is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Welshpool Station to Cardiff?

The fastest way to get from Welshpool Station to Cardiff is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool Station station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand D and arriving at Greyfriars Road Stop GJ via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool Station and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool Station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Cardiff Central via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Welshpool Station to Cardiff?

The distance between Welshpool Station and Cardiff is 126 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

How do I travel from Welshpool Station to Cardiff without a car?

The best way to get from Welshpool Station to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Welshpool Station to Cardiff?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Welshpool Station to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool Station to Cardiff bus from?

Welshpool Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Welshpool Station to Cardiff train from?

Welshpool Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.

Train or bus from Welshpool Station to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Welshpool Station to Cardiff is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 47m.

Where does the Welshpool Station to Cardiff bus arrive?

Welshpool Station to Cardiff bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7.

Where does the Welshpool Station to Cardiff train arrive?

Welshpool Station to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Welshpool Station to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool Station to Cardiff is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Welshpool Station to Cardiff.

How do I get a train ticket from Welshpool Station to Cardiff?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff CentralCrewe - Cardiff Central / ...
2h 49m
£35–64
Drive 104 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool Station to Cardiff104 mi
2h 17m
£27–38
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the train from Merthyr Tydfil to Cardiff CentralMerthyr Tydfil - Aberdare / ...
5h 41m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Greyfriars Road Stop GJX4
5h 47m

Welshpool Station to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 125.2 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Welshpool Station, Wales and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 2h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Welshpool Station to Greyfriars Road Stop GJ via Welshpool Bus Station Stand D, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, and Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 in around 5h 47m.

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