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 49m.

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 49m 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 42m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Preston to Powys, including transfers.

Train or bus from Preston to Powys?

The best way to get from Preston to Powys is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 8h 20m.

Can I drive from Preston to Powys?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Powys is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Preston to Powys.

Where can I stay near Powys?

There are 488+ 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 Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Pen-y-Bont
4h 42m
£62–145
Drive 124.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Powys124.1 mi
2h 49m
£31–45
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Green GardensX75
6h 47m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2409
8h 20m
£50–81

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Distance: 139.4 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Powys via Birmingham Coach Station, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, and Llananno Bridge in around 8h 20m.

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