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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London to Welshpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £29 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £29, while a train costs an average of £53.
Distance: 243 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£53 Average Price | £29 Average Price Cheapest | £61 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration 6h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from London to Welshpool:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Welshpool costing on average £53.
Other travel options to Welshpool take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 44m.
The journey is about 48m faster (3h 10m by train vs 3h 58m by car) and roughly £7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£53 vs £61). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Welshpool from London by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from London to Welshpool is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Welshpool are Shrewsbury, Newtown, Aberystwyth, Oswestry and Birmingham. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Welshpool on Omio.
Shrewsbury is a historic market town in Shropshire, known for medieval streets, timber-framed buildings and the River Severn. Birthplace of Charles Darwin, it has a compact centre with independent shops, old churches and a calm traditional feel.
Newtown is the largest town in Powys, known for Robert Owen and its market-town past. On the River Severn in Mid Wales, it feels practical and relaxed, with green surroundings and a clear local character.
Aberystwyth is a coastal university town in Ceredigion, known for its promenade, Welsh culture and lively arts scene. Between Cardigan Bay and green hills, it feels youthful yet relaxed, with a strong local identity.
Oswestry is a historic market town on the English-Welsh border with a strong independent feel. It is known for its medieval past, lively centre and the nearby hillfort at Old Oswestry.
Birmingham is known for its industrial past, canal network and diverse food scene. It combines major shopping and cultural landmarks with lively neighbourhoods shaped by manufacturing, music and modern city life.
Travel 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 London to Welshpool.
This is compared to other travel options from London to Welshpool:
A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from London to Welshpool costing on average £53.
Other travel options to Welshpool take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 44m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between London and Welshpool as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
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