What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Port Talbot?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Port Talbot is to bus which costs £50 - £120 and takes 7h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Port Talbot?

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

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Port Talbot station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Port Talbot?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Port Talbot. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Port Talbot Parkway via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

How far is it from Preston to Port Talbot?

The distance between Preston and Port Talbot is 222 miles. The road distance is 197.2 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Port Talbot without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Port Talbot without a car is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £75 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Port Talbot?

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Preston to Port Talbot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Port Talbot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Port Talbot train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Port Talbot?

The best way to get from Preston to Port Talbot is to train which takes 4h 53m and costs £75 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Preston to Port Talbot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Port Talbot train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Port Talbot?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Port Talbot is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Preston to Port Talbot.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Port Talbot?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Port Talbot?

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Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Port Talbot Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
4h 53m
£76–149
Drive 196 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Port Talbotcar 196 mi
4h 4m
£49–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9bus 111 / ...
7h 40m
£50–119

Preston to Port Talbot by train

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4h 53mAverage Duration

£76Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Preston to Port Talbot.

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Distance: 220.9 mi
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Port Talbot, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Port Talbot Parkway via Crewe in around 4h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9 via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 40m.

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