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 £19 - £90 and takes 7h 57m.

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 3m and costs £45 - £75.

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 8 via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

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 5h 20m.

How far is it from Preston to Port Talbot?

The distance between Preston and Port Talbot is 222 miles. The road distance is 197.1 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 5h 20m and costs £80 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m 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 FlixBus, 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 5h 20m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £90 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Preston to Port Talbot bus arrive?

Preston to Port Talbot bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange 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 3m 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?

Book your Preston to Port Talbot bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Port Talbot?

There are 1090+ hotels available in Port Talbot.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Port Talbot 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
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CreweGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Port Talbot ParkwayManchester Piccadilly - Port Talbot Parkway / ...
5h 20m
£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 Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8
7h 57m
£20–89
Drive 196 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Port Talbot196 mi
4h 3m
£49–71
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 bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 9111 / ...
8h 11m
£33–87

Preston to Port Talbot by train

64Weekly Trains

5h 20mAverage Duration

£83Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221 mi
Duration: 5h 20m

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 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Port Talbot Bus Station Stand 8 via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 7h 57m.

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