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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Llanidloes is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Llanidloes is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Llanidloes?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Llanidloes. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Millennium Garden via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Llanidloes?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Llanidloes. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Caersws via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Preston to Llanidloes?

The distance between Preston and Llanidloes is 132 miles. The road distance is 121.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Llanidloes without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £75 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 54m to get from Preston to Llanidloes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Llanidloes bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Llanidloes train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Llanidloes?

The best way to get from Preston to Llanidloes is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs £75 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 6h 55m.

Where does the Preston to Llanidloes bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Llanidloes train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Llanidloes?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Llanidloes is 121 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Preston to Llanidloes.

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

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Where can I stay near Llanidloes?

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Preston to Llanidloes - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Llanidloes 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 Caerswstrain
3h 54m
£77–133
Train, bus via The Groe
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to The Groebus X75
5h 24m
£27–57
Drive 120.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Llanidloescar 120.6 mi
2h 20m
£30–43
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Gardenbus 409
4h 16m
£31–73
Train, bus #2
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 The Groebus X75
6h 18m
£41–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Millennium Gardenbus 409
6h 55m
£41–101

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Distance: 130.8 mi
Duration: 3h 54m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Llanidloes via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Caersws in around 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Millennium Garden via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 55m.

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