What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Preston is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Preston. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Preston via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Preston?

The distance between Port Talbot and Preston is 222 miles. The road distance is 197.5 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Preston without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 30m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Preston?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Port Talbot to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Preston bus from?

Port Talbot to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Preston train from?

Port Talbot to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Preston?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Preston is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 30m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Port Talbot to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Preston is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Port Talbot to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Preston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Port Talbot to Preston?

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Port Talbot to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Port Talbot to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain Rugby - Preston / ...
4h 30m
£77–142
Drive 196.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Prestoncar 196.3 mi
4h 4m
£48–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
8h 20m
£50–118
Train
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 2m
£89–155
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
5h 3m
£74–151

Port Talbot to Preston by train

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 220.9 mi
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Preston via Crewe in around 4h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 20m.

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