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

The cheapest way to get from Welshpool to Swindon is to bus which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Welshpool to Swindon is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Welshpool and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Welshpool station to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A and arriving at Regent Circus Swindon via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub and Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Welshpool and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Welshpool and arriving at Swindon via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 44m.

How far is it from Welshpool to Swindon?

The distance between Welshpool and Swindon is 171 miles. The road distance is 113.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Welshpool to Swindon without a car is to train via Newport which takes 3h 44m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Welshpool to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Swindon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Welshpool to Swindon train from?

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

Train or bus from Welshpool to Swindon?

The best way to get from Welshpool to Swindon is to train via Newport which takes 3h 44m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £26 - £65 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Welshpool to Swindon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Welshpool to Swindon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Welshpool to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Welshpool to Swindon is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Welshpool to Swindon.

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

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Newport (S Wales)train Holyhead - Cardiff Central / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Swindontrain Swansea - London Paddington / ...
3h 44m
£68–128
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 Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station to Regent Circus Swindonbus
6h 48m
£26–63
Drive 112.6 mi
1. Drive from Welshpool to Swindoncar 112.6 mi
2h 25m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Welshpool to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
4h 18m
£68–116

Welshpool to Swindon by train

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 3h 44m

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

You can take a train from Welshpool to Swindon via Shrewsbury and Newport (S Wales) in around 3h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Welshpool Bus Station Stand A to Regent Circus Swindon via Birmingham Coach Station, Arle Court Transport Hub, Promenade, and Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station in around 6h 48m.

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