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Trains from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to Welshpool (WLP)

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15

train journeys
per day

78

miles (126 kms)

3hrs 6 mins

fastest journey

06:17 / 23:40

first / last train

0

direct trains (1 or 3 changes)

2

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Port Talbot Parkway (PTA) to Welshpool (WLP)

Buy tickets from Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool. Explore the list of all train routes from Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool and choose the most convenient one at the best price. Book in advance, buy at no extra charge and refund if your trip is canceled

On a typical weekday there are 15 scheduled rail journeys between Port Talbot Parkway and Welshpool , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 15 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool is approximately 78 miles (126 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 4hrs 39 mins.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Port Talbot Parkway and Welshpool.

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool. The fastest journey time on this route takes 3hrs 6 mins.

Journeys from Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:17
    3 hrs 34 mins 2 changes
    09:51
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    07:06
    3 hrs 44 mins 1 change
    10:50
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    08:42
    3 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    11:48
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    10:42
    3 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    13:49
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    11:42
    4 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    15:50
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    14:42
    3 hrs 9 mins 2 changes
    17:51
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    15:33
    3 hrs 19 mins 1 change
    18:52
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    15:42
    3 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    18:52
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    16:20
    3 hrs 31 mins 2 changes
    19:51
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    17:32
    3 hrs 21 mins 1 change
    20:53
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    17:42
    3 hrs 11 mins 2 changes
    20:53
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    18:42
    3 hrs 30 mins 2 changes
    22:12
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    20:42
    10 hrs 3 mins 3 changes
    06:45
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    23:01
    8 hrs 47 mins 2 changes
    07:48
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool
  • Mon 6th May
    23:33
    10 hrs 18 mins 3 changes
    09:51
    Port Talbot Parkway
    Welshpool
    Port Talbot Parkway to Welshpool

About Port Talbot Parkway Station

Station name Port Talbot Parkway (PTA)
Address Port Talbot Parkway station, Heilbronn Way, Port Talbot, Neath Port Talbot, SA13 1UR
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:30 - 18:30
Saturday 06:00 - 19:00
Sunday 10:00 - 17:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Welshpool Station

Station name Welshpool (WLP)
Address Welshpool station, adjacent to Welshpool Relief Road, Welshpool, Powys, SY21 7AZ
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office No

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

Frequently asked questions about trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Welshpool

The travel time between Port Talbot Parkway and Welshpool by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 4hrs 39 mins & the fastest journey takes 3hrs 6 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Welshpool vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 15 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:17, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:40.

First class tickets on trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Welshpool typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Welshpool can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Port Talbot Parkway & Welshpool. owever, there are 15 possible journeys which require a change.

GWR, Transport for Wales are the main train operating companies running services between Port Talbot Parkway and Welshpool.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Port Talbot Parkway and Welshpool, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.