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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Bridgend is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Bridgend is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Sarn Odeon via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Bridgend?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Bridgend. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Bridgend via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.

How far is it from Preston to Bridgend?

The distance between Preston and Bridgend is 210 miles. The road distance is 201.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Bridgend without a car is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £75 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 4m to get from Preston to Bridgend, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bridgend bus from?

Preston to Bridgend bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bridgend train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Bridgend?

The best way to get from Preston to Bridgend is to train which takes 5h 4m and costs £75 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Preston to Bridgend bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Bridgend train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Bridgend?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Bridgend is 201 miles. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Preston to Bridgend.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Bridgend?

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Where can I stay near Bridgend?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to BridgendManchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
5h 4m
£78–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sarn Odeon111 / ...
7h 25m
£34–84
Drive 199.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Bridgend199.9 mi
4h 23m
£50–71
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Parkway
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Bridgend
6h 30m
£54–239

Preston to Bridgend by train

62Weekly Trains

5h 4mAverage Duration

£78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.9 mi
Duration: 5h 4m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Bridgend via Crewe in around 5h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Sarn Odeon via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 25m.

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