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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Edinburgh to Welshpool
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$158
Fastest journey
4 h 58 m
Average duration
4 h 58 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
366 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Edinburgh to Welshpool is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Edinburgh to Welshpool will cost around $158 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
Of the 1 trains that leave Edinburgh for Welshpool on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 366 km distance in an average of 4 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 58 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 4 h 58 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Edinburgh to Welshpool
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Edinburgh to Welshpool among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from €83. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of €83, and a train costs an average of €95.
Distance: 227 miles (366 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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€96 Average price | €94 Average price Cheapest |
7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Edinburgh to Welshpool train times
The table below shows live departures for Edinburgh to Welshpool trains for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:52 AM Edinburgh | 4h58 | 12:50 PM Welshpool | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Welshpool
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Distance 227 miles (366 km) |
Average train duration 6h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $117 (€95) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 38m |
First train 06:46 |
Last train 16:56 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Edinburgh to Welshpool start from as low as $117 (€95) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $117 (€96) depending on the train type and class.
Train companies: first_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast from Edinburgh to Welshpool trainsfirst_transpennine_express, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Edinburgh and Welshpool from $101 (€83). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Edinburgh to Welshpool
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Edinburgh to Welshpool by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Welshpool, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Edinburgh to Welshpool
Wifi
Lockers
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Free public Wi-Fi available.
- You can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2.
- Type of shops available: Wide range of shops Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: New Street: Long Stay
- Bagel Factory
- Burger King
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- JD Wetherspoon
- The Pasty Shop
- The Beer House
- M&S
- Pret a Manger
- Taxi: Nearest Taxi Ranks are on Market St and Waverley Bridge outside the station.
- Accessible taxis: Taxi ranks are located on Waverley Bridge and also Market Street. Market Street can be accessed step free via available lifts.
- Entrances are step free. Station is equipped with an elevator. Staffed with guide communicators for the deaf. Tactile warning strips are on the platform edges for the blind.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: At entrance to Public Toilets
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets,Male toilets,
- Old Waverley Hotel
- Jurys Inn Edinburgh
- The Scotsman Hotel
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59
- Sun: 07:00 - 23:59
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle storage can be found in the station: by the lift at Platform 2 (37 spaces) Platform 3 (68 Spaces) and adjacent to Platform 19 (86 Spaces). Additional cycle spaces are available in New Street car park (32 spaces).
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information booths are located on the concourse.
- Bus lines: 22, 30, 33, X22, X25, X37
- Train lines: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper, CrossCountry, LNER, ScotRail, Transpennine Express
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses pick up/drop off on Waterloo Place, pick up across from Apex Hotel and drop off outside the Apex Hotel.
- Metro: No metro available.
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: Station Car Park (industrial estate side)
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platforms 1 (to Shrewsbury) and Platform 2 (to Aberystwyth and Pwllheli) from the car park via a long footbridge with ramps and handrails.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: The ticket machine(s) do not accept cash. Payment is by major debit and credit cards only. Welshpool Tourist Information Centre also sell a range of rail tickets.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: The nearest bus stop is along Severn Road into Broad Street approximately 650 metres away outside the post office
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Wait in the car park between the station footbridge and Wynnstay Stores.
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