What is the cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Machynlleth to Preston is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Machynlleth to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct train between Machynlleth and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Machynlleth to Preston. However, there are services departing from Machynlleth and arriving at Preston via Shrewsbury and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Machynlleth to Preston?

The distance between Machynlleth and Preston is 145 miles. The road distance is 113.5 miles.

How do I travel from Machynlleth to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Machynlleth to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £35 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Machynlleth to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Machynlleth to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Machynlleth to Preston train from?

Machynlleth to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Machynlleth station.

Where does the Machynlleth to Preston train arrive?

Machynlleth to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Machynlleth to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Machynlleth to Preston is 113 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Machynlleth to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Machynlleth to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2164+ hotels available in Preston.

Machynlleth to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Machynlleth to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Machynlleth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Preston
3h 47m
£36–111
Drive 112.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Machynlleth to Preston112.8 mi
2h 46m
£29–41
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Clock to Newtown Bus StationX85
2. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station Stand 1 to Bus StationX75
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
4. Take the train from Crewe to Preston
6h 1m
Bus, train via Liverpool
1. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Fire StationT3 / ...
2. Take the train from Wrexham Central to Bidston
3. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
7h 8m

Machynlleth to Preston by train

83Weekly Trains

3h 47mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 143.7 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Machynlleth, Wales and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Machynlleth to Preston via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 3h 47m.

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