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Birmingham New Street to Welshpool train prices and times

Planning a journey from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £5.30, with average prices for this route around £5.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
06:22 Birmingham New Street	07:48 Welshpool	1h 26m, Direct	Find Tickets
08:22 Birmingham New Street	09:51 Welshpool	1h 29m, Direct	Find Tickets
10:22 Birmingham New Street	11:48 Welshpool	1h 26m, Direct	Find Tickets
12:22 Birmingham New Street	13:50 Welshpool	1h 28m, Direct	Find Tickets
14:22 Birmingham New Street	15:51 Welshpool	1h 29m, Direct	Find Tickets
16:22 Birmingham New Street	17:51 Paris	1h 29m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Birmingham New Street to Welshpool train route details

First train

06:22

Last train

20:22

Departure station

Birmingham New Street

Arrival station

Welshpool

Journey time

1h 26m

Distance

55 miles

Price

£5.30*

Train Operators

Transport for Wales

How to book cheap train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Birmingham New Street to Welshpool train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Birmingham New Street to Welshpool with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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These two types of tickets are specifically for use during off-peak and super off-peak times, with cheaper prices, making them suitable for those who enjoy leisure travel.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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