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.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Powys?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Powys. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Llananno Bridge via Birmingham Coach Station and Newtown Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Powys?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Powys. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Pen-y-Bont via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

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 43m and costs £60 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Preston to Powys, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Powys bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Powys train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Powys?

The best way to get from Preston to Powys is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £60 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £120 and takes 8h 13m.

Where does the Preston to Powys bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Powys train arrive?

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

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 490+ hotels available in Powys.

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

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

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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 43m
£62–111
Drive 124.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Powyscar 124.1 mi
2h 50m
£31–44
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 Green Gardensbus X75
6h 50m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
8h 13m
£57–118

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Distance: 139.4 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

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 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Powys via Birmingham Coach Station, Newtown Bus Station Stand 2, and Llananno Bridge in around 8h 13m.

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