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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cardiff is to bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 52m.

How far is it from Preston to Cardiff?

The distance between Preston and Cardiff is 190 miles. The road distance is 189.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cardiff without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Preston to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cardiff bus from?

Preston to Cardiff bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cardiff train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Preston to Cardiff is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 52m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Preston to Cardiff bus arrive?

Preston to Cardiff bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Preston to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Cardiff is 190 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Preston to Cardiff.

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

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

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Preston to Cardiff - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 52m
£48–145
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Lordswood Rd to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 17m
£36–64
Drive 188.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cardiffcar 188.6 mi
4h 2m
£47–67
Train to Liverpool, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
7h 16m
£80–183
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 41m
£38–227
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 40m
£113–364

Preston to Cardiff by train

136Weekly Trains

3h 52mAverage Duration

£48Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.8 mi
Duration: 3h 52m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 3h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Newhall St and Lordswood Rd in around 7h 17m.

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