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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Wales is to bus which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Wales is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Wales. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Wales. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

How far is it from Preston to Wales?

The distance between Preston and Wales is 190 miles. The road distance is 189.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Wales without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Preston to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Wales bus from?

Preston to Wales bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Wales?

The best way to get from Preston to Wales is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Preston to Wales bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Wales is 190 miles. It takes approximately 4h 2m to drive from Preston to Wales.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Wales?

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Where can I stay near Wales?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Wales by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 57m
£48–165
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus 111 / ...
6h 50m
£30–75
Drive 188.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cardiffcar 188.6 mi
4h 2m
£46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
5h 40m
£42–169

Preston to Wales by train

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.8 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 3h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Sophia Gardens via Birmingham Coach Station in around 6h 50m.

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