The average train between Plymouth and Welshpool takes 6h 32m and the fastest train takes 4h 48m. The train service runs several times per day from Plymouth to Welshpool. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Plymouth and Welshpool. The earliest departure is at 6:20 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Plymouth is at 8:08 PM which arrives into Welshpool at 7:48 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Plymouth station and arriving at Welshpool station via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 32m.
Plymouth to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.
Plymouth to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Welshpool station.
Book your Plymouth to Welshpool train tickets online with Cross Country and Transport for Wales.
The distance between Plymouth and Welshpool is 263.6 km. The road distance is 448 km.
You can take a train from Plymouth to Welshpool via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 56m.