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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Swansea is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Swansea is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Pola Cinema and arriving at Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Brecon Interchange 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Swansea via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 56m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Swansea?

The distance between Welshpool and Swansea is 172 miles. The road distance is 99.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Swansea without a car is to train via Newport which takes 3h 56m and costs £30 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 3h 56m to get from Welshpool to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Swansea bus from?

Welshpool to Swansea bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, depart from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Swansea?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Swansea is to train via Newport which takes 3h 56m and costs £30 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 2m.

Where does the Welshpool to Swansea bus arrive?

Welshpool to Swansea bus services, operated by Celtic Travel, arrive at Brecon Interchange 1 station.

Where does the Welshpool to Swansea train arrive?

Welshpool to Swansea train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Welshpool to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Swansea is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Welshpool to Swansea.

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

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Where can I stay near Swansea?

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

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

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
3h 56m
£34–87
Drive 99 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Welshpool to Swanseacar 99 mi
2h 18m
£24–35
Bus
1. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 to Brecon Interchange 1bus T4
2. Take the bus from Brecon Interchange 5 to Sainsbury's Quay Paradebus T6
6h 2m
Train
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Swanseatrain Shrewsbury - Swansea / ...
5h 55m
£35–70

Welshpool to Swansea by train

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Distance: 170.6 mi
Duration: 3h 56m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Swansea via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pola Cinema to Sainsbury's Quay Parade via Newtown Bus Station Stand 2 and Brecon Interchange 5 in around 6h 2m.

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