How to travel from Welshpool to Lancaster, United Kingdom

The distance between Welshpool and Lancaster is around 189km (117 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 Welshpool to Lancaster 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 LancasterWelshpool if you're planning a return trip.

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Train

Take the train to Crewe and then to Lancaster.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    £63($75)
Operated by

Multiple train operators

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Shrewsbury Bus Station then take the train to Manchester Piccadilly and then to Lancaster.

  • Duration3hrs
  • Departshourly
  • Typical cost
    £59($70)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Lancaster.

  • Duration2h 5m
  • Distance192km (119 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Welshpool and Lancaster

There are several options for getting from Welshpool to Lancaster by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take the train which costs around £41 ($48) and will take around 3h 30m. 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 Welshpool and Lancaster is around 189km (117 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 156km (97 miles)

It takes around 2h 10m to get from Welshpool and Lancaster by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 2h 5m to drive there.

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

The cheapest way to travel between Welshpool and Lancaster, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus and then take the train which will typically cost around £41 ($48) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Welshpool and Lancaster. It typically takes around 2h 10m and departs every 3 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Welshpool to Lancaster. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shrewsbury and Crewe. These services run every 3 hours and will take a minimum of 2h 10m.

Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast run train services between Welshpool and Lancaster. Trains depart every 3 hours and will take around 2h 10m, 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 Welshpool and Lancaster. We recommend that you drive to Lancaster. instead which will take 2h 5m.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Welshpool to Lancaster. We recommend that you take the train to Crewe and then to Lancaster. instead which will take 2h 10m.

The closest major airport to Lancaster is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) (LBA) which is approximately 77km (48 miles) from Lancaster. Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL) (LPL) and Manchester Airport (MAN) (MAN) 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 Welshpool and Lancaster. The distance is around 192km (119 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 Welshpool to Lancaster is to take the train which takes, on average, 2h 10m and will usually cost around £63 ($75).

How do I get from Welshpool to Lancaster

Compare travel optionsbetween Welshpool and Lancaster

Transport options from Welshpool to Lancaster
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
2h 10m
£63($75)
every 3 hours199km (124 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
3hrs
£59($70)
hourly216km (134 miles)
Bus to Wrexham, Bus Station 5, train3h 30m
£41($48)
4 times a day189km (117 miles)
Drive
2h 5m
£34($40)
on demand192km (119 miles)

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Airports near Lancaster

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

LBA
Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA)
International Airport
Distance
77km (48 miles) from Lancaster
LPL
Liverpool John Lennon Airport (LPL)
International Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Lancaster
MAN
Manchester Airport (MAN)
International Airport
Distance
84km (52 miles) from Lancaster