Cardiff – Preston distance
256km
Straight-line distance · 159 miles
DirectionN · 7°
Est. time (90 km/h)2 h 51 min
Midpoint52.622, -2.948
In a straight line (as the crow flies), the distance between Cardiff and Preston is about 256 km (159 miles), heading N — classic driving or rail territory.
?Frequently asked questions
How far is Cardiff from Preston?
In a straight line, the Cardiff–Preston distance is about 256 km (159 miles), heading N.
How long does it take to get from Cardiff to Preston?
At an average speed of 90 km/h, the straight-line Cardiff–Preston distance would take about 2 h 51 min. Real road time is longer, depending on the route, traffic and stops.
Is this the road distance?
No. The value shown is the straight-line (great-circle) distance, equal to the flight distance. The real road distance, which follows roads, is usually 20–40% longer.
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