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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Mumbles is to bus via Birmingham which costs £30 - £55 and takes 9h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Mumbles is to drive which takes 4h 12m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Mumbles?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Mumbles. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Newton Road via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens and Swansea Bus Station Stand W. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Mumbles?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Mumbles. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Swansea via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 56m.

How far is it from Preston to Mumbles?

The distance between Preston and Mumbles is 241 miles. The road distance is 198.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Mumbles without a car is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 56m to get from Preston to Mumbles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Mumbles bus from?

Preston to Mumbles bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Mumbles train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Mumbles?

The best way to get from Preston to Mumbles is to train which takes 5h 56m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Preston to Mumbles bus arrive?

Preston to Mumbles bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Mumbles train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Mumbles?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Mumbles is 199 miles. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Preston to Mumbles.

Where can I stay near Mumbles?

There are 1333+ hotels available in Mumbles.

Preston to Mumbles - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and 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 Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
5h 56m
£82–163
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Swansea City Bus Stationbus Uk084
9h 37m
£33–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
8h 3m
£52–123
Drive 197.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Mumblescar 197.5 mi
4h 12m
£48–69

Preston to Mumbles by train, foot, and bus

58Weekly Services

5h 56mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.3 mi
Duration: 5h 56m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Newton Road via Crewe, Swansea, and Swansea Bus Station Stand W in around 5h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Newton Road via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand W in around 8h 3m.

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