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

The cheapest way to get from Plymouth to Welshpool is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 9h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Plymouth to Welshpool is to drive which takes 4h 21m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Plymouth and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Plymouth station to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Plymouth Coach Station and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Plymouth and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Plymouth to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Plymouth and arriving at Welshpool via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 54m.

How far is it from Plymouth to Welshpool?

The distance between Plymouth and Welshpool is 280 miles. The road distance is 219.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Plymouth to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 54m to get from Plymouth to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Welshpool bus from?

Plymouth to Welshpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Plymouth Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Plymouth to Welshpool train from?

Plymouth to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Plymouth station.

Train or bus from Plymouth to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Plymouth to Welshpool is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 9h 23m.

Where does the Plymouth to Welshpool bus arrive?

Plymouth to Welshpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Plymouth to Welshpool train arrive?

Plymouth to Welshpool train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Plymouth to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Plymouth to Welshpool is 220 miles. It takes approximately 4h 21m to drive from Plymouth to Welshpool.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 564+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpooltrain Birmingham International - Aberystwyth / ...
5h 54m
£139–204
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
9h 23m
£36–88
Drive 218.3 mi
1. Drive from Plymouth to Welshpoolcar 218.3 mi
4h 21m
£54–78
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Shrewsburytrain
8h 2m
£117–222
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Plymouth to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Merthyr Bus Station 2 to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus T4
10h 32m
£91–167

Plymouth to Welshpool by train

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Distance: 278.2 mi
Duration: 5h 54m

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

You can take a train from Plymouth to Welshpool via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Plymouth Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Cabot Circus, Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 23m.

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