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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Blackburn is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Blackburn is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Blackburn?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Blackburn. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Blackburn via Shrewsbury, Crewe and Preston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Blackburn?

The distance between Welshpool and Blackburn is 115 miles. The road distance is 98.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Blackburn without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £30 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Welshpool to Blackburn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Blackburn train from?

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

Where does the Welshpool to Blackburn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Blackburn?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Blackburn is 99 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Welshpool to Blackburn.

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

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Where can I stay near Blackburn?

There are 1057+ hotels available in Blackburn.

Welshpool to Blackburn - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Welshpool to Blackburn by train, car, or bus

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 Shrewsbury to Crewetrain Shrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain Rugby - Preston / ...
3h 41m
£35–74
Drive 98.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Blackburncar 98.2 mi
1h 54m
£25–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand C to Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Blackburntrain
4h 16m
£39–74

Welshpool to Blackburn by train

84Weekly Trains

3h 41mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 114.7 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Blackburn via Shrewsbury, Crewe, and Preston in around 3h 41m.

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