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 £40 - £70 and takes 7h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £110.

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 Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 35m.

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 57m.

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 which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m 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 National Express, 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 which takes 3h 57m and costs £50 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 7h 35m.

Where does the Preston to Cardiff bus arrive?

Preston to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 3m 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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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Cardiff by train, bus, or car

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Train
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 57m
£54–107
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
7h 35m
£42–66
Drive 188.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cardiffcar 188.6 mi
4h 3m
£47–68
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 29m
£89–149

Preston to Cardiff by train

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Distance: 188.8 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 35m.

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