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

The cheapest way to get from Pontypridd to Preston is to bus which costs £22 - £75 and takes 8h 12m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Pontypridd and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Pontypridd to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Catherine Street E2 and arriving at Bus Station via Kingsway GD, Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Pontypridd and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Pontypridd to Preston. However, there are services departing from Pontypridd and arriving at Preston via Cardiff Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 1m.

How far is it from Pontypridd to Preston?

The distance between Pontypridd and Preston is 202 miles. The road distance is 187.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Preston without a car is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £60 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Pontypridd to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Preston bus from?

Pontypridd to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Where do I catch the Pontypridd to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Pontypridd to Preston?

The best way to get from Pontypridd to Preston is to train which takes 5h 1m and costs £60 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £75 and takes 8h 12m.

Where does the Pontypridd to Preston bus arrive?

Pontypridd to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Pontypridd to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Pontypridd to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Pontypridd to Preston is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 45m to drive from Pontypridd to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to CreweCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
5h 1m
£61–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
8h 12m
£23–72
Drive 186.1 mi
1. Drive from Pontypridd to Preston186.1 mi
3h 45m
£47–68
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kingsway K14 to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
8h 33m
£38–99

Pontypridd to Preston by train

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Distance: 201.2 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a train from Pontypridd to Preston via Cardiff Central and Crewe in around 5h 1m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Catherine Street E2 to Bus Station via Greyfriars Road Stop GJ, Kingsway GD, Bus Station, and Shudehill Interchange in around 8h 12m.

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