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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Penrith is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 2h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Penrith is to drive which takes 2h 51m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Penrith?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Penrith station. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Rail Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Penrith?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Penrith. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Penrith North Lakes via Shrewsbury and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Penrith?

The distance between Welshpool and Penrith is 175 miles. The road distance is 163.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Penrith without a car is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 17m to get from Welshpool to Penrith, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Penrith bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Penrith train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Penrith?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Penrith is to train which takes 4h 17m and costs £55 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £65 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Welshpool to Penrith bus arrive?

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

Where does the Welshpool to Penrith train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Penrith?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Penrith is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 51m to drive from Welshpool to Penrith.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Penrith?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain Shrewsbury - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Penrith North Lakestrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 17m
£60–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Rail Stationbus 590
8h 5m
£40–65
Drive 162.4 mi
1. Drive from Welshpool to Penrithcar 162.4 mi
2h 51m
£40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Church Bank to Bus Stationbus X75
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Penrith North Lakestrain
5h 11m

Welshpool to Penrith by train

58Weekly Trains

4h 17mAverage Duration

£60Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Welshpool to Penrith.

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Distance: 174.5 mi
Duration: 4h 17m

What companies run services between Welshpool, Wales and Penrith, England?

You can take a train from Welshpool to Penrith North Lakes via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 4h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Rail Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 5m.

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