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

The cheapest way to get from Caerphilly to Preston is to bus which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Caerphilly to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 58m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Caerphilly and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Caerphilly to Preston station. However, there are services departing from South Gate Square and arriving at Bus Station via Kingsway K14 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Caerphilly and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Caerphilly to Preston. However, there are services departing from Caerphilly and arriving at Preston via Cardiff Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Caerphilly to Preston?

The distance between Caerphilly and Preston is 198 miles. The road distance is 184.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Preston without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 48m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Caerphilly to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Preston bus from?

Caerphilly to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Kingsway K14 station.

Where do I catch the Caerphilly to Preston train from?

Caerphilly to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Caerphilly to Preston?

The best way to get from Caerphilly to Preston is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 48m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £110 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Caerphilly to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Caerphilly to Preston train arrive?

Caerphilly to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Caerphilly to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Caerphilly to Preston is 185 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Caerphilly to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain Rugby - Preston / ...
4h 48m
£63–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
8h 26m
£45–106
Drive 183.7 mi
1. Drive from Caerphilly to Prestoncar 183.7 mi
3h 58m
£46–67
Train
1. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 19m
£109–176

Caerphilly to Preston by train

133Weekly Trains

4h 48mAverage Duration

£63Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Caerphilly to Preston.

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Distance: 196.6 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Caerphilly to Preston via Cardiff Central and Crewe in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from South Gate Square to Bus Station via Market Square 15A, Kingsway K14, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 26m.

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