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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Skipton is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Skipton is to drive which takes 2h 22m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Skipton?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Market Place via Birmingham Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Ilkley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Skipton?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Skipton. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Skipton via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 49m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Skipton?

The distance between Welshpool and Skipton is 153 miles. The road distance is 121.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Skipton without a car is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 49m to get from Welshpool to Skipton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Skipton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Skipton train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Skipton?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Skipton is to train which takes 4h 49m and costs £30 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £55 and takes 8h 24m.

Where does the Welshpool to Skipton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Welshpool to Skipton train arrive?

Welshpool to Skipton train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Skipton?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Skipton is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 22m to drive from Welshpool to Skipton.

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

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Where can I stay near Skipton?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Skiptontrain
4h 49m
£32–101
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 Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 131 / ...
8h 24m
£23–54
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus X43
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Belle Vue Millsbus M6
6h 4m
Drive 121.2 mi
1. Drive from Welshpool to Skiptoncar 121.2 mi
2h 22m
£30–43

Welshpool to Skipton by train

85Weekly Trains

4h 49mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Welshpool to Skipton.

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 4h 49m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Skipton via Shrewsbury, Manchester Piccadilly, and Leeds in around 4h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Market Place via Birmingham Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Railway Road, and Ilkley Bus Station in around 8h 24m.

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