How to travel from Lancaster to Welshpool, United Kingdom

The distance between Lancaster and Welshpool is around 187km (116 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 2h 5m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Lancaster to Welshpool by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out WelshpoolLancaster if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Crewe and then to Shrewsbury.

  • Duration2h 15m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    £63($75)
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Train and Bus

Take the train to Manchester Piccadilly and then to Shrewsbury then take the bus to Gungrog-fechan Salop Road Medical Centre.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    £59($70)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Welshpool.

  • Duration2h 5m
  • Distance193km (120 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lancaster and Welshpool

There are several options for getting from Lancaster to Welshpool by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the train and then take the bus which costs around £31 ($37) and will take around 3h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 2h 5m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £34 ($40).

The distance between Lancaster and Welshpool is around 187km (116 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 156km (97 miles)

It takes around 2h 15m to get from Lancaster and Welshpool by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 5m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Lancaster to Welshpool is to drive which takes around 2h 5m and will set you back approx £34 ($40).

The cheapest way to travel between Lancaster and Welshpool, if you exclude driving, is to take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around £31 ($37) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Lancaster and Welshpool. It typically takes around 2h 15m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Lancaster to Welshpool. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Crewe and Shrewsbury. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 15m.

Avanti West Coast and Transport for Wales run train services between Lancaster and Welshpool. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lancaster and Welshpool. We recommend that you drive to Welshpool. instead which will take 2h 5m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lancaster to Welshpool. We recommend that you take the train to Crewe and then to Shrewsbury. instead which will take 2h 15m.

The closest major airport to Welshpool is Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) which is approximately 78km (48 miles) from Welshpool. Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) and Birmingham Airport (BHX) (BHX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Lancaster and Welshpool. The distance is around 193km (120 miles) by road and it will take around 2h 5m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lancaster to Welshpool is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around £63 ($75).

How do I get from Lancaster to Welshpool

Compare travel optionsbetween Lancaster and Welshpool

Transport options from Lancaster to Welshpool
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 15m
£63($75)
every 3 hours199km (124 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
3hrs
£59($70)
every 2 hours216km (134 miles)
Train to Warrington Bank Quay, bus3h 20m
£31($37)
5 times a day187km (116 miles)
Drive
2h 5m
£34($40)
on demand193km (120 miles)

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Airports near Welshpool

The following major airports near Welshpool offer regular flights to various popular destinations within United Kingdom and internationally.

LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
78km (48 miles) from Welshpool
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
98km (61 miles) from Welshpool
BHX
Birmingham Airport (BHX)
International Airport
Distance
98km (61 miles) from Welshpool