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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cardigan is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cardigan is to drive which takes 4h 9m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Cardigan?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Cardigan. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 23m.

How far is it from Preston to Cardigan?

The distance between Preston and Cardigan is 212 miles. The road distance is 168.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cardigan without a car is to train and bus via Crewe which takes 7h 16m and costs £40 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 7h 16m to get from Preston to Cardigan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cardigan bus from?

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

Where does the Preston to Cardigan bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Cardigan?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Cardigan is 168 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Preston to Cardigan.

Where can I stay near Cardigan?

There are 826+ hotels available in Cardigan.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Crewe
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
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
7h 16m
£44–127
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
3. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
10h 23m
£37–77
Drive 167.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cardigan167.5 mi
4h 9m
£42–61
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsbury
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwyth
4. Take the bus from Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 to Finch Square CT5
8h 6m
£45–104

Preston to Cardigan by train and bus

82Weekly Services

7h 16mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 210.7 mi
Duration: 7h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Stn to Finch Square C via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 10h 23m.

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