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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Reading is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Reading RailAir via Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Reading. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Reading?

The distance between Welshpool and Reading is 161 miles. The road distance is 152.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Reading without a car is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 39m to get from Welshpool to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Reading?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Reading is to train which takes 3h 39m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £70 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Welshpool to Reading bus arrive?

Welshpool to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where does the Welshpool to Reading train arrive?

Welshpool to Reading train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Reading is 152 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Welshpool to Reading.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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Welshpool to Reading - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Welshpool to Reading by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Birmingham New Streettrain Aberystwyth - Birmingham International / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
3h 39m
£31–102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 409
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 42m
£53–70
Drive 151.6 mi
1. Drive from Welshpool to Readingcar 151.6 mi
3h 2m
£38–54

Welshpool to Reading by train

49Weekly Trains

3h 39mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 160 mi
Duration: 3h 39m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Reading RailAir via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 6h 42m.

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