What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 3h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Aberystwyth (Station)?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Aberystwyth (Station)?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station). However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 48m.

How far is it from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station)?

The distance between Preston and Aberystwyth (Station) is 165 miles. The road distance is 131 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) without a car is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £35 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station)?

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) bus from?

Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station)?

The best way to get from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) is to train which takes 4h 48m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) bus arrive?

Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) is 131 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station).

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Aberystwyth (Station)?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
4h 48m
£39–119
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2409
7h 55m
£31–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4T2
7h 43m
Drive 130.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Aberystwyth (Station)130.2 mi
3h 14m
£33–47

Preston to Aberystwyth (Station) by train

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4h 48mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 164.1 mi
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury in around 4h 48m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 55m.

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