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 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 18m.

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 18m and costs £25 - £60.

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

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Welshpool train from?

Preston to Welshpool train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston 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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Where can I stay near Welshpool?

There are 554+ hotels available in Welshpool.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Welshpool by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
3h 18m
£26–56
Drive 93.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Welshpoolcar 93.5 mi
1h 49m
£23–34
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 Welshpool Bus Station Stand Dbus X77
4h 19m
£33–60

Preston to Welshpool by train

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3h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 102.8 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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 18m.

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