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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Preston to South Wales

Composite routes from Preston to South Wales

Cheapest
3 h 20 min
Car
291 km.
from $16
Other
5 h 17 min
234 km.
from $194.51
8 h 59 min
234 km.
from $78.52
8 h 23 min
Train, Bus
234 km.
from $237.36

Transport providers

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Crewe
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.85–$113.92

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$21.52–$30.38
Bus from Manchester Airport Bus Station to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$37.97

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
customer.relations@crosscountrytrains.co.uk
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
1h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$75.95–$202.52

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$17.72–$44.30

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
enquiries@northernrailway.co.uk
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Preston to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$11.39–$16.46

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Crewe to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$69.62–$107.59
Train from Cardiff Central to Cwmbach
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.76–$17.72

Bus operators

Megabus UK

Email:
enquiries@megabus.com
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$18.99
Bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Kingsway
Ave. Duration:
5h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to South Wales is to bus which costs $42.39 - $70.65 and takes 8h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Preston to South Wales is to drive which takes 3h 44m and costs $59.78 - $92.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Preston and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Manchester Airport The Station, Greyfriars Road Stop GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Cwmbach via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Preston to South Wales?

The distance between Preston and South Wales is 338 km. The road distance is 303 km.

How do I travel from Preston to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs $92.39 - $206.52 .

How long does it take to get from Preston to South Wales?

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Preston to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to South Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to South Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to South Wales?

The best way to get from Preston to South Wales is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs $92.39 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $42.39 - $70.65 and takes 8h 59m.

Where does the Preston to South Wales bus arrive?

Preston to South Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to South Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to South Wales is 303 km. It takes approximately 3h 44m to drive from Preston to South Wales.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to South Wales?

Book your Preston to South Wales train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near South Wales?

There are 426+ hotels available in South Wales. Prices start at $50.70 per night.
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