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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Aberystwyth station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Aberystwyth?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Aberystwyth. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

How far is it from Preston to Aberystwyth?

The distance between Preston and Aberystwyth is 165 miles. The road distance is 131.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 50m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m to get from Preston to Aberystwyth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Aberystwyth bus from?

Preston to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Aberystwyth train from?

Preston to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Aberystwyth?

The best way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 50m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 35m.

Where does the Preston to Aberystwyth bus arrive?

Preston to Aberystwyth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Millennium Point station.

Where does the Preston to Aberystwyth train arrive?

Preston to Aberystwyth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Preston to Aberystwyth?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Aberystwyth is 131 miles. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Preston to Aberystwyth.

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

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
4h 50m
£47–90
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
8h 35m
£32–55
Drive 130.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Aberystwythcar 130.6 mi
3h 16m
£33–47
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
5h 41m
£57–99

Preston to Aberystwyth by train

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4h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 4h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Millennium Point and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 35m.

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