Bristol to Welshpool train with Transport for Wales

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bristol to Welshpool

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£85

Average price

£85

Fastest journey

3 h 12 m

Average duration

3 h 12 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

139 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bristol to Welshpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Welshpool will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £85.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Bristol for Welshpool every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 139 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .

The slowest trains will take 3 h 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Transport for Wales
13:393h12
Bristol
16:51Welshpool
£851One-way
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Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Bristol to Welshpool

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Welshpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £83.

Distance: 139 km

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£85

Average Price

£32

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Cheapest

3h 13m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 43m

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6h 2m

Average total duration

5h 32m

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bristol to Welshpool

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Trains from Bristol to Welshpool run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £83 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Distance
139 km
Average train duration
2h 43m
Cheapest ticket price
£83
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 51m
First train
05:20
Last train
19:58
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28

Train companies: Transport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western from Bristol to Welshpool trainsTransport for Wales, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Bristol and Welshpool from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transport for Wales

About
Transport for Wales is a public transport provider in Wales, UK. It operates a comprehensive network of trains, buses and ferries across the country. The trains are modern and comfortable, with a range of different types including InterCity Express Trains, Regional Trains, and Metro Trains. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. There are a variety of ticket types available, including single and return tickets, season tickets, and group tickets. The most popular routes include Cardiff to Swansea, Cardiff to Newport, and Cardiff to Manchester.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 51m
Cheapest Price
£42
Transport for Wales frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policy depends on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most routes with snacks and drinks. Some stations have cafes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations recommended but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance service available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs allowed with ticket (£5 per day). Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Cross Country

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
£133
Cross Country frequency
7 a day

first_great_western

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 53m
Cheapest Price
£79
first_great_western frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Bristol to Welshpool train

FAQs: Travel by train from Bristol to Welshpool easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bristol to Welshpool.
FAQs
Booking trains from Bristol to Welshpool in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Bristol to Welshpool can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £83, while the average price tends to be around £85.
To get from Bristol to Welshpool, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The cheapest way to get from Bristol to Welshpool is by coach, costing approximately £28.
The train station in Bristol that goes to Welshpool is Bristol Temple Meads (BRI), and it arrives at Welshpool station (WLP).
The train distance from Bristol to Welshpool is 139 km.
The train journey from Bristol to Welshpool covers a distance of 139 km and takes approximately 2h 51m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Bristol to Welshpool leaves at 5:20.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bristol to Welshpool.
The last train from Bristol to Welshpool departs at 19:58.
Trains from Bristol to Welshpool run approximately 5 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Bristol to Welshpool.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bristol to Welshpool.
There is no night train service from Bristol to Welshpool.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Welshpool

Bristol
Welshpool
The major train station for departures in Bristol is Bristol Temple Meads. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bristol Temple Meads for your trip from Bristol to Welshpool.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: WHS/M&S; Uppercrust; Pumpkin; Pasty Shop; Starbucks; Lily's Flowers
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Dining
Dining
  • The Pasty Shop
  • Starbucks
  • Upper Crust
  • Pumpkin Café
  • Hart's Bakery
Taxis
Taxis
  • Taxi: The taxi rank is available on the station forecourt. If you require an accessible taxi please approach a member of staff for assistance. To reach the station forecourt; exit through the ticket barriers, turn left and exit through the main doors. You can find more information about local taxi services here.
  • Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair access, elevators, escalators.
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: Ladies, Gents and Baby Change are located in the Passenger Subway. The Baby Change is located next to the Ladies Toilets. An additional Baby Change facility is also located in the Accessible Toilet on Platform 13/15. Accessible Toilets are located on Platform 3 by the Help Desk and on Platform 13/15.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: Radar Key available from station staff.
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Bristol City Center
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol City Center
  • Hilton Garden Inn Bristol City Center
Lounge
Lounge
  • Waiting rooms location: Waiting Rooms are located on Platform 5/7 and on Platform 13/15
Ticket Office
Ticket Office
  • Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30
  • Sun: 06:45 - 21:30
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: The main storage location for bikes is at The Friary at Temple Quay, just to the right of the ramped exit from the long stay car park. A limited bike storage location can be found on Station Approach by Queen Anne's Gate. There is no longer any bike storage inside the station.
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance.
Public transport options for Bristol Temple Meads
  • Bus lines: A1, 1, 2, 8, 39/349/X39, 70, 73, 178, 376
  • Train lines: CrossCountry, Great Western Main Line, Severn Beach Line
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station front. Alternative: the lower approach road, outside the front of Bristol & Exeter House
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
ShowerShower
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 24 hours Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
11 km
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7 with short-term and long-term parking options available. Access via the A38 road.
Dining
Dining
  • Dexters
  • Brunel Bar & Kitchen
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
  • Holiday Inn Bristol Airport
  • Winford Manor Hotel
Shower
Shower
  • Cost £10
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main terminal
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main terminal
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Main Terminal: check-in desks, security, and departure gates
  • Arrivals Hall: baggage claim and customs
  • Parking: short-term and long-term options available
Public transport options for Bristol, Airport
  • Bus: Airport Flyer Express
  • Train: Bristol Temple Meads station is the nearest major train station, connected by bus services

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