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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Bridgend is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Bridgend is to drive which takes 2h 38m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand D and arriving at Castle Bingo via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Bridgend via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 6m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Bridgend?

The distance between Welshpool and Bridgend is 146 miles. The road distance is 107.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £50 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 6m to get from Welshpool to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Bridgend bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Bridgend is to train which takes 4h 6m and costs £50 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus and line 404 bus, which costs and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Welshpool to Bridgend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Welshpool to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Bridgend is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 38m to drive from Welshpool to Bridgend.

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

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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Welshpool to Bridgend - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, line 404 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Bridgendtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
4h 6m
£51–79
Drive 106.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Bridgendcar 106.6 mi
2h 38m
£26–38
Bus, line 404 bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7bus T4
2. Take the bus from Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 to Castle Bingobus 404
7h 10m

Welshpool to Bridgend by train

70Weekly Trains

4h 6mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 145.2 mi
Duration: 4h 6m

What companies run services between Welshpool, Wales and Bridgend, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Bridgend every 3 hours. Tickets cost £45–70 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand D to Castle Bingo via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8, and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 10 in around 7h 10m.

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