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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Welshpool is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Blackpool to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Blackpool to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Welshpool via Preston, Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Blackpool to Welshpool?

The distance between Blackpool and Welshpool is 121 miles. The road distance is 109.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Blackpool to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Welshpool bus from?

Blackpool to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Welshpool train from?

Blackpool to Welshpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Welshpool is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £110 and takes 6h 58m.

Where does the Blackpool to Welshpool bus arrive?

Blackpool to Welshpool bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Blackpool to Welshpool train arrive?

Blackpool to Welshpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Welshpool is 109 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Blackpool to Welshpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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Blackpool to Welshpool - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 2 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Blackpool to Welshpool by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
4h 13m
£34–79
Drive 108.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Blackpool to Welshpoolcar 108.7 mi
2h 15m
£27–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 121 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
6h 58m
£40–103
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Dbus X77
4h 25m
£48–88
Train, bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 1 to Bus Stationbus 2 / ...
8h 2m
£29–50

Blackpool to Welshpool by train

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Distance: 120.1 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

You can take a train from Blackpool North to Welshpool via Preston, Crewe, and Shrewsbury in around 4h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Manchester Central Coach Station and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 58m.

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