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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Rhondda is to train and bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 9h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Rhondda is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ferndale Hotel via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Greyfriars Road GF. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Rhondda?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Rhondda. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ystrad Rhondda via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Preston to Rhondda?

The distance between Preston and Rhondda is 209 miles. The road distance is 186.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Rhondda without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £55 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Preston to Rhondda, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Rhondda bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Rhondda train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Rhondda?

The best way to get from Preston to Rhondda is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs £55 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £90 and takes 8h 38m.

Where does the Preston to Rhondda bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Rhondda train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Rhondda?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Rhondda is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Preston to Rhondda.

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

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Where can I stay near Rhondda?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Rhondda 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 Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Ystrad Rhondda
5h 10m
£55–196
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
4. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Ferndale Hotel132
8h 38m
£25–90
Drive 185.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Rhondda185.2 mi
3h 57m
£47–67
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Kingsway GDM19
3. Take the bus from Greyfriars Road GF to Ferndale Hotel132
9h 13m
£33–59

Preston to Rhondda by train

126Weekly Trains

5h 10mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 208.1 mi
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Ystrad Rhondda via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Ferndale Hotel via Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station, Kingsway GD, and Greyfriars Road GF in around 8h 38m.

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