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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Powys is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Powys is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £30 - £45.

How far is it from Preston to Powys?

The distance between Preston and Powys is 140 miles. The road distance is 124.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Powys without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Preston to Powys, including transfers.

Can I drive from Preston to Powys?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Powys is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Preston to Powys.

Where can I stay near Powys?

There are 318+ hotels available in Powys.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Pen-y-Bonttrain
4h 39m
£64–147
Drive 124.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Powyscar 124.1 mi
2h 50m
£31–44
Train, bus via Crewe
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus X75
6h 17m
£55–133
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 3bus X75
6h 56m
£53–107

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Powys.

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Distance: 139.4 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Powys via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Pen-y-Bont in around 4h 39m.

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