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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 $134. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $134, and a train costs an average of $193.
Distance: 227 miles (366 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$193 Average price | $134 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Edinburgh to Welshpool:
A flight is $59 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Edinburgh to Welshpool costing on average $193 (€158).
Other travel options to Welshpool take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 2m.
Tickets start at around $193 (€158) compared to roughly $100 (€82) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-93.36 (€-76.38). The journey takes 6h 2m versus 5h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Edinburgh to Welshpool
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Trains from Edinburgh to Welshpool run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $193 (€158) but you can travel from only $134 (€109) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 06:46, the last at 16:56. The fastest train covers the 227 miles (366 km) distance in 6h 2m.
Distance 227 miles (366 km) |
Average train duration 6h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $193 (€158) |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 6h 2m |
First train 6:46 AM |
Last train 4:56 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
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
Most Edinburgh to Welshpool trains use the Edinburgh Waverley to Welshpool station pair. Use this guide to compare Edinburgh and Welshpool train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Edinburgh Waverley from Edinburgh city centre
Edinburgh Waverley train station facilities and services
Edinburgh Waverley has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bagel Factory, Burger King, Caffè Nero, Costa Coffee, JD Wetherspoon, The Pasty Shop, The Beer House, M&S, Pret a Manger
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are there are a few ATM machines around the station.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 23:59, Sun: 07:00 - 23:59. Information desks are information booths are located on the concourse. .
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is you can leave luggage at Excessive Baggage Company on Platform 2. . Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Edinburgh Waverley: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Edinburgh Waverley: 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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Old Waverley Hotel, Jurys Inn Edinburgh, The Scotsman Hotel.
Which Welshpool station do trains from Edinburgh arrive at?
Getting to Welshpool from Welshpool city centre
Welshpool train station facilities and services
Welshpool has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Welshpool.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Welshpool: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Welshpool: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Welshpool: 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.
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