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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Harlech is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Harlech is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Harlech via Crewe, Shrewsbury and Machynlleth. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Preston to Harlech?

The distance between Preston and Harlech is 148 miles. The road distance is 107.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Harlech without a car is to train and bus which takes 6h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 6h 19m to get from Preston to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Harlech train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Harlech train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Harlech is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Preston to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

There are 1508+ hotels available in Harlech.

Preston to Harlech - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Harlech 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
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to The Australiabus T2
6h 19m
Drive 107 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Harlechcar 107 mi
2h 41m
£27–38
Train, bus via Wrexham
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Preston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Jubilee Roadbus T3 / ...
6h 36m
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Machynllethtrain
4. Take the train from Machynlleth to Harlechtrain
6h 46m
£49–139
Train, bus via Wrexham #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Jubilee Roadbus T3 / ...
7h 58m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Harlech.

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Distance: 147 mi
Duration: 6h 19m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Harlech via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Machynlleth in around 6h 46m.

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