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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Ffestiniog is to bus which costs £10 - £15 and takes 5h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Ffestiniog is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool to Ffestiniog. However, there are services departing from Pola Cinema and arriving at Highgate via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot and Minffordd Ffestiniog station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Ffestiniog?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Ffestiniog. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Minffordd via Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Ffestiniog?

The distance between Welshpool and Ffestiniog is 87 miles. The road distance is 51.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Ffestiniog without a car is to train and bus which takes 3h 44m and costs £21 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Welshpool to Ffestiniog, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Ffestiniog bus from?

Welshpool to Ffestiniog bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, depart from Pola Cinema station.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Ffestiniog train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Ffestiniog?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Ffestiniog is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £10 - £15 and takes 5h 28m.

Where does the Welshpool to Ffestiniog bus arrive?

Welshpool to Ffestiniog bus services, operated by Tanat Valley Coaches, arrive at Newtown Bus Station Stand 3.

Where does the Welshpool to Ffestiniog train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Ffestiniog?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Ffestiniog is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Welshpool to Ffestiniog.

Where can I stay near Ffestiniog?

There are 1507+ hotels available in Ffestiniog.

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

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

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Minffordd stationbus T2
3h 44m
£22–35
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pola Cinema to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus x76 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
3. Take the bus from Bus Depot to Minffordd stationbus T2
5h 28m
£11–14
Train
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Machynllethtrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
2. Take the train from Machynlleth to Minfforddtrain Machynlleth - Pwllheli
4h 25m
£34–57
Drive 51.1 mi
1. Drive from Welshpool to Ffestiniogcar 51.1 mi
1h 7m
£13–18

Welshpool to Ffestiniog by train and bus

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3h 44mAverage Duration

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Distance: 86.8 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Highgate via Machynlleth, Minffordd, and Minffordd Ffestiniog station in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pola Cinema to Highgate via Newtown Bus Station, Bus Depot, and Minffordd Ffestiniog station in around 5h 28m.

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