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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Neath is to bus which costs £18 - £75 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Neath is to drive which takes 3h 56m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Neath?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Neath. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Alfred Street via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Bay Campus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Neath?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Neath. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Neath via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Preston to Neath?

The distance between Preston and Neath is 228 miles. The road distance is 191 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Neath without a car is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Preston to Neath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Neath bus from?

Preston to Neath bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Neath train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Neath?

The best way to get from Preston to Neath is to train which takes 4h 56m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £75 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Preston to Neath bus arrive?

Preston to Neath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Neath train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Neath?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Neath is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Preston to Neath.

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

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Where can I stay near Neath?

There are 1135+ hotels available in Neath.

Preston to Neath - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Neath by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to NeathManchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
4h 56m
£83–170
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bay Campus
8h 26m
£19–71
Drive 189.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Neath189.9 mi
3h 56m
£48–69

Preston to Neath by train

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4h 56mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 226.5 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Neath via Crewe in around 4h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Alfred Street via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, and Bay Campus in around 8h 26m.

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