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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Welshpool is to bus which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Welshpool is to drive which takes 2h 27m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Swindon - Regent Circus and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Royal Well and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Welshpool via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Swindon to Welshpool?

The distance between Swindon and Welshpool is 171 miles. The road distance is 113.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Welshpool without a car is to train via Newport which takes 4h 12m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Swindon to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Welshpool bus from?

Swindon to Welshpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Swindon - Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Welshpool train from?

Swindon to Welshpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Swindon to Welshpool is to train via Newport which takes 4h 12m and costs £60 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £35 and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Swindon to Welshpool bus arrive?

Swindon to Welshpool bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Welshpool train arrive?

Swindon to Welshpool train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Newport (S Wales) station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Welshpool is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 27m to drive from Swindon to Welshpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

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

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Train via Newport
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Newport (S Wales)train London Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Shrewsburytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 12m
£60–108
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Swindon - Regent Circus to Cheltenham Royal Well Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Royal Well to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 825
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
6h 20m
£18–34
Drive 112.8 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Welshpoolcar 112.8 mi
2h 27m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Welshpooltrain
4h 23m
£59–98

Swindon to Welshpool by train

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Distance: 169.6 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Welshpool via Newport (S Wales) and Shrewsbury in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Swindon - Regent Circus to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Royal Well and Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 20m.

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