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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Welshpool is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Welshpool is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Welshpool station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Welshpool?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Welshpool. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Welshpool via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Preston to Welshpool?

The distance between Preston and Welshpool is 103 miles. The road distance is 94.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Welshpool without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £29 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Preston to Welshpool, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Welshpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Welshpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Welshpool?

The best way to get from Preston to Welshpool is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £29 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Preston to Welshpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Welshpool train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Welshpool is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Preston to Welshpool.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Welshpool?

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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 557+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Welshpool 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 Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
3h 17m
£29–64
Drive 93.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Welshpoolcar 93.5 mi
1h 49m
£24–34
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand Abus 409
6h 10m
£36–90
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 Pola Cinemabus X77
4h 32m

Preston to Welshpool by train

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3h 17mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Preston to Welshpool.

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Distance: 102.8 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Welshpool via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand A via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 10m.

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