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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Betws is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Betws is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Betws?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Betws station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4 via Birmingham Coach Station and Cross Hands Library. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Betws?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Betws. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ammanford via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

How far is it from Preston to Betws?

The distance between Preston and Betws is 181 miles. The road distance is 180.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Betws without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 22m and costs £65 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Preston to Betws, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Betws bus from?

Preston to Betws bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Betws train from?

Preston to Betws train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Betws?

The best way to get from Preston to Betws is to train via Crewe which takes 6h 22m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £65 and takes 9h 53m.

Where does the Preston to Betws bus arrive?

Preston to Betws bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Betws train arrive?

Preston to Betws train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Preston to Betws?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Betws is 180 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Preston to Betws.

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

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Where can I stay near Betws?

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ammanfordtrain
6h 22m
£66–148
Drive 179.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Betwscar 179.3 mi
3h 46m
£44–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Cross Hands Librarybus 112
9h 53m
£47–65
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Ammanfordtrain
7h 3m
£66–116

Preston to Betws by train

32Weekly Trains

6h 22mAverage Duration

£66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 179.9 mi
Duration: 6h 22m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Betws, Carmarthenshire, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Ammanford via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 6h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Ammanford Bus Station Stand 4 via Birmingham Coach Station and Cross Hands Library in around 9h 53m.

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