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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Pontypridd is to bus which costs £22 - £75 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Pontypridd is to drive which takes 3h 46m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Catherine Street E1 via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Pontypridd?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Pontypridd. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Pontypridd via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Preston to Pontypridd?

The distance between Preston and Pontypridd is 202 miles. The road distance is 186.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Pontypridd without a car is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 35m to get from Preston to Pontypridd, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Pontypridd bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Pontypridd train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Pontypridd?

The best way to get from Preston to Pontypridd is to train which takes 4h 35m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £75 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Preston to Pontypridd bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Pontypridd train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Pontypridd?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Pontypridd is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Preston to Pontypridd.

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

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Where can I stay near Pontypridd?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Pontypridd 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 Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 35m
£53–191
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 Kingsway GD
8h 50m
£23–74
Drive 185.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Pontypridd185.8 mi
3h 46m
£46–66
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Central
7h 23m
£49–147

Preston to Pontypridd by train

112Weekly Trains

4h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 201.1 mi
Duration: 4h 35m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Pontypridd via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 4h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Catherine Street E1 via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road GF in around 8h 50m.

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