How to travel from Wrexham to Welshpool, United Kingdom

The distance between Wrexham and Welshpool is around 49km (31 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 38min.

4 routes found

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

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

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Train

Take the train to Shrewsbury and then to Welshpool.

  • Duration58min
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    £33($39)
Operated by

Transport for Wales

💰 Cheapest
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Bus

Take the bus to Welshpool High Street C.

  • Duration1h 30m
  • Departs5 times a day
Operated by

Tanat Valley

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Taxi

Take a taxi to Welshpool.

  • Duration38min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    £72($85)
Operated by

Yellow Cars Wrexham

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Drive

Drive to Welshpool.

  • Duration38min
  • Distance49km (31 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Wrexham and Welshpool

There are several options for getting from Wrexham to Welshpool by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 1h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 38min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately £72 ($85).

The distance between Wrexham and Welshpool is around 49km (31 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 44km (27 miles)

It takes around 1h 30m to get from Wrexham and Welshpool by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 38min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Wrexham to Welshpool is to take a taxi which takes around 38min and will set you back approx £72 ($85).

The cheapest way to travel between Wrexham and Welshpool, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Wrexham and Welshpool. It typically takes around 58min and departs every 2 hours.

There are no direct train services that runs from Wrexham to Welshpool. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Shrewsbury. These services run every 2 hours and will take a minimum of 58min.

Transport for Wales run train services between Wrexham and Welshpool. Trains depart every 2 hours and will take around 58min, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Wrexham and Welshpool. It typically takes around 1h 30m and departs 5 times a day.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Wrexham and Welshpool with no changeovers required. The bus runs 5 times a day and takes 1h 30m.

Tanat Valley and Lloyd's Coaches run regular bus services between Wrexham and Welshpool. Buses run 5 times a day and take around 1h 30m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Wrexham to Welshpool. We recommend that you take the bus to Welshpool High Street C. instead which will take 1h 30m.

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 Wrexham and Welshpool. The distance is around 49km (31 miles) by road and it will take around 38min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Wrexham to Welshpool is to take the bus which takes, on average, 1h 30m and will usually cost around .

How do I get from Wrexham to Welshpool

Compare travel optionsbetween Wrexham and Welshpool

Transport options from Wrexham to Welshpool
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Train
58min
£33($39)
every 2 hours80km (50 miles)
Bus
1h 30m
5 times a day60km (37 miles)
Taxi
38min
£72($85)
on demand49km (31 miles)
Drive
38min
£8($10)
on demand49km (31 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