The average train between Welshpool and Preston takes 3h 4m and the fastest train takes 1h 57m. The train service runs several times per day from Welshpool to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 2 hours between Welshpool and Preston. The earliest departure is at 6:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Welshpool is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Preston at 11:46 PM. All services require a transfer at Shrewsbury and take an average of 3h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Welshpool to Preston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Welshpool to Preston. However, there are services departing from Welshpool station and arriving at Preston station via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.
Welshpool to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Shrewsbury station.
Welshpool to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Preston station.
Book your Welshpool to Preston train tickets online with Transport for Wales and Avanti West Coast.
The distance between Welshpool and Preston is 126.1 km. The road distance is 165 km.
You can take a train from Welshpool to Preston via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 2h 57m.