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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Llanelli is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 2h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Llanelli is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at West End via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Llanelli via Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 13m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Llanelli?

The distance between Welshpool and Llanelli is 130 miles. The road distance is 96.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £45 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 5h 13m to get from Welshpool to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Llanelli is to train which takes 5h 13m and costs £45 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 52m.

Where does the Welshpool to Llanelli bus arrive?

Welshpool to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where does the Welshpool to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Llanelli is 97 miles. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Welshpool to Llanelli.

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

Book your Welshpool to Llanelli train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Llanelli?

There are 1166+ hotels available in Llanelli.

Welshpool to Llanelli - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 111 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Welshpool to Llanelli 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 LlanelliShrewsbury - Swansea / ...
5h 13m
£45–69
Drive 96 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Llanelli96 mi
2h 16m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to The Black LionT1 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Black Lion to Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 1T1 / ...
4. Take the bus from Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2 to West End195 / ...
5h 52m
Bus, line 111 bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Brecon Interchange 1T4
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 5 to Swansea Bus Station Stand FT6
3. Take the bus from Swansea Bus Station Stand P to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5111
7h 31m

Welshpool to Llanelli by train

84Weekly Trains

5h 13mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Welshpool to Llanelli.

Launch map view

Distance: 129.2 mi
Duration: 5h 13m

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

Transport for Wales operates a train from Shrewsbury to Llanelli hourly. Tickets cost £40–60 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to West End via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7, The Black Lion, and Carmarthen Bus Station Stand 2 in around 5h 52m.

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.