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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Glasgow is to bus which costs £35 - £95 and takes 10h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Glasgow is to train and fly which takes 4h 28m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Glasgow station. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Buchanan Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Charlotte Street and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Glasgow?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Glasgow. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Glasgow Central via Shrewsbury and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 42m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Glasgow?

The distance between Welshpool and Glasgow is 295 miles. The road distance is 276.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Glasgow without a car is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £35 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 42m to get from Welshpool to Glasgow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Glasgow bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Glasgow train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Glasgow?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Glasgow is to train which takes 5h 42m and costs £35 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £95 and takes 10h 14m.

Where does the Welshpool to Glasgow bus arrive?

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

Where does the Welshpool to Glasgow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Glasgow?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Glasgow is 276 miles. It takes approximately 4h 44m to drive from Welshpool to Glasgow.

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

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

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Welshpool to Glasgow - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Welshpool to Glasgow by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Glasgow Centraltrain Milton Keynes Central - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 42m
£36–196
Train via Manchester
cheapest
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Glasgow Centraltrain Manchester Airport - Glasgow Central / ...
7h 3m
£33–153
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 Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
10h 14m
£36–95
Drive 274.7 mi
1. Drive from Welshpool to Glasgowcar 274.7 mi
4h 44m
£67–97
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BHX - GLA
4h 28m
£39–115
Train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Birmingham Internationaltrain
2. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)plane BHX - EDI
3. Take the bus from Airport to Buchanan Bus Stationbus
5h 17m
£50–138
Train, bus to Bristol Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Public Transport Interchangebus
3. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane BRS - GLA
6h 47m
£55–159
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to London Eustontrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LHR - GLA
6h 43m
£101–339

Welshpool to Glasgow by train

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Distance: 293.3 mi
Duration: 5h 42m

What companies run services between Welshpool, Wales and Glasgow, Scotland?

You can take a train from Welshpool to Glasgow Central via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 5h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Buchanan Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Shudehill Interchange in around 10h 14m.

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