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

The cheapest way to get from Aberystwyth to Preston is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Aberystwyth to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Aberystwyth and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Aberystwyth station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 and arriving at Coach Stn via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Aberystwyth and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Aberystwyth to Preston. However, there are services departing from Aberystwyth and arriving at Preston via Shrewsbury and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Aberystwyth to Preston?

The distance between Aberystwyth and Preston is 165 miles. The road distance is 131.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Preston without a car is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £35 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Aberystwyth to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Preston bus from?

Aberystwyth to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2.

Where do I catch the Aberystwyth to Preston train from?

Aberystwyth to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Aberystwyth station.

Train or bus from Aberystwyth to Preston?

The best way to get from Aberystwyth to Preston is to train which takes 4h 27m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 8h 25m.

Where does the Aberystwyth to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Aberystwyth to Preston train arrive?

Aberystwyth to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Shrewsbury station.

Can I drive from Aberystwyth to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Aberystwyth to Preston is 131 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Aberystwyth to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Aberystwyth to Preston?

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Aberystwyth to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aberystwyth to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsbury
2. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Preston
4h 27m
£38–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Station409
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stn181 / ...
8h 25m
£30–60
Drive 130.3 mi
1. Drive from Aberystwyth to Preston130.3 mi
3h 15m
£33–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from North Parade to Eldon Square 1T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Hood street1 / ...
4. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston
8h 30m

Aberystwyth to Preston by train

83Weekly Trains

4h 27mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a train from Aberystwyth to Preston via Shrewsbury and Crewe in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Coach Stn via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 25m.

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