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 48m.

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 48m and costs £23 - £35.

How far is it from Preston to Welshpool?

The distance between Preston and Welshpool is 104 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 and bus via Crewe which takes 3h 18m and costs £30 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Preston to Welshpool, including transfers.

Can I drive from Preston to Welshpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Welshpool is 94 miles. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Preston to Welshpool.

Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 524+ hotels available in Welshpool.

Preston to Welshpool - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 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, bus via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Welshpool Bus Station Stand DX77
3h 18m
£31–104
Drive 93.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Welshpool93.5 mi
1h 48m
£24–34
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 Welshpool Bus Station Stand DX77
4h 8m
£31–82

Preston to Welshpool by train and bus

133Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 103.6 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

There is no direct connection from Preston to Welshpool. However, you can take the train to Crewe, take the train to Shrewsbury, walk to Bus Station, then take the bus to Welshpool Bus Station Stand D. Alternatively, you can drive from Preston to Welshpool in around 1h 48m.

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