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

The cheapest way to get from Carmarthen to Preston is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Carmarthen to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Carmarthen and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Carmarthen to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Rose and Crown and arriving at Bus Station via Lordswood Road and Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Carmarthen and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Carmarthen to Preston. However, there are services departing from Carmarthen and arriving at Preston via Cardiff Central and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Carmarthen to Preston?

The distance between Carmarthen and Preston is 267 miles. The road distance is 186.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Preston without a car is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h 16m and costs £95 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Carmarthen to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Preston bus from?

Carmarthen to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rose and Crown station.

Where do I catch the Carmarthen to Preston train from?

Carmarthen to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Carmarthen station.

Train or bus from Carmarthen to Preston?

The best way to get from Carmarthen to Preston is to train via Cardiff which takes 6h 16m and costs £95 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 9h 46m.

Where does the Carmarthen to Preston bus arrive?

Carmarthen to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Road station.

Where does the Carmarthen to Preston train arrive?

Carmarthen to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Carmarthen to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Carmarthen to Preston is 187 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Carmarthen to Preston.

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

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

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

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Train via Cardiff
best
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
6h 16m
£95–190
Drive 185.6 mi
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1. Drive from Carmarthen to Prestoncar 185.6 mi
3h 42m
£46–66
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rose and Crown to Lordswood Roadbus 112
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Bus Stationbus Uk030
9h 46m
£48–105
Train
1. Take the train from Carmarthen to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 19m
£110–188

Carmarthen to Preston by train

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Distance: 265.6 mi
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Carmarthen to Preston via Cardiff Central and Crewe in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rose and Crown to Bus Station via Lordswood Road and Newhall Street in around 9h 46m.

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