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 £26 - £40 and takes 2h 37m.

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 37m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Pola Cinema and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Brecon Interchange 5 and Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 31m.

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 - £75.

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 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus via Bay Campus, which costs and takes 6h 31m.

Where does the Welshpool to Bridgend bus arrive?

Welshpool to Bridgend bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 1 station.

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 37m 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?

There are 552+ hotels available in Bridgend.

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

There are 4 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 BridgendManchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
4h 6m
£50–74
Drive 106.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Bridgend106.7 mi
2h 37m
£26–38
Bus via Bay Campus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Brecon Interchange 1T4
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 5 to Bay CampusT6
6h 31m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Merthyr Bus Station Stand 7T4
2. Take the bus from Aberdare Bus Station Stand 12 to Bridgend Bus Station Stand 7172
8h 20m

Welshpool to Bridgend by train

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Distance: 145.3 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 2 hours. Tickets cost £45–65 and the journey takes 2h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pola Cinema to Sarn Odeon via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, Brecon Interchange 5, and Bay Campus in around 6h 31m.

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