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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Bolton is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Bolton is to drive which takes 1h 44m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Bolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Bolton Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Bolton?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Bolton. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Bolton via Shrewsbury and Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Bolton?

The distance between Welshpool and Bolton is 94 miles. The road distance is 81.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Welshpool to Bolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Bolton bus from?

Welshpool to Bolton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Bolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Bolton?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Bolton is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Welshpool to Bolton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Welshpool to Bolton train arrive?

Welshpool to Bolton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Bolton is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 44m to drive from Welshpool to Bolton.

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

Book your Welshpool to Bolton train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Welshpool to Bolton bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Bolton?

There are 3620+ hotels available in Bolton.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Welshpool to Bolton 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 Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2h 54m
£36–66
Drive 81.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Boltoncar 81.2 mi
1h 44m
£20–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bolton Interchangebus 424
6h 25m
£31–75
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Bank to Bus Stationbus X77
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 17m

Welshpool to Bolton by train

85Weekly Trains

2h 54mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Welshpool to Bolton.

Launch map view

Distance: 93.7 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Bolton Interchange via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 25m.

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around United Kingdom

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.