What is the cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £65.

How far is it from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston?

The distance between Merthyr Tydfil and Preston is 185 miles. The road distance is 175.7 miles.

How do I travel from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 36m and costs £50 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston?

It takes approximately 5h 36m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Merthyr Tydfil to Preston is 176 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2308+ hotels available in Preston.

Merthyr Tydfil to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus 76
2. Take the train from Abergavenny to Crewetrain
3. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain
5h 36m
£50–97
Drive 174.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Prestoncar 174.7 mi
3h 36m
£44–63
Fly, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
7h 26m
£60–236
Bus, train via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Trevithick Memorial to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2bus 76
2. Take the train from Hereford to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
8h 18m
£65–120

Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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4h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 5h 36m

What companies run services between Merthyr Tydfil, Wales and Preston, England?

There is no direct connection from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston. However, you can take the bus to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 2, walk to Abergavenny, take the train to Crewe, then take the train to Preston. Alternatively, you can drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston in around 3h 36m.

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