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

The cheapest way to get from Cardigan to Preston is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 4h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardigan to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 11m and costs £40 - £60.

How far is it from Cardigan to Preston?

The distance between Cardigan and Preston is 212 miles. The road distance is 168.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardigan to Preston without a car is to bus and train via Crewe which takes 7h 30m and costs £40 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 7h 30m to get from Cardigan to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardigan to Preston bus from?

Cardigan to Preston bus services, operated by Richards Bros, depart from Ship Inn station.

Where does the Cardigan to Preston bus arrive?

Cardigan to Preston bus services, operated by Richards Bros, arrive at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7.

Can I drive from Cardigan to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardigan to Preston is 169 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Cardigan to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 1327+ hotels available in Preston.

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

Q: Is there a direct bus between Cardigan and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardigan to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Ship Inn and arriving at Bus Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Airport The Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 20m.

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

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Bus, train via Crewe
best
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Crewetrain
4. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
7h 30m
£41–154
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the train from Aberystwyth to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
7h 56m
£37–114
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ship Inn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7bus T5
2. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 409
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
4. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus
11h 20m
Drive 167.6 mi
1. Drive from Cardigan to Prestoncar 167.6 mi
4h 11m
£41–60

Cardigan to Preston by bus and train

84Weekly Services

7h 30mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardigan to Preston.

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Distance: 210.5 mi
Duration: 7h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Ship Inn to Bus Station via Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Airport The Station, and Shudehill Interchange in around 11h 20m.

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