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

The cheapest way to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston is to bus which costs £29 - £50 and takes 9h 21m.

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.

Is there a direct bus between Merthyr Tydfil and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Merthyr Tydfil station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Merthyr Bus Station 8 and arriving at Preston Bus Station via Cardiff North Road and Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

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 32m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Merthyr Tydfil to Preston bus from?

Merthyr Tydfil to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Cardiff North Road station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Preston bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

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 2321+ hotels available in Preston.

Merthyr Tydfil to Preston - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Merthyr Tydfil to Preston by bus, train, or car

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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 32m
£55–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cardiff North Road to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk084
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Preston Bus Stationbus Uk030
9h 21m
£29–48
Drive 174.7 mi
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Prestoncar 174.7 mi
3h 36m
£43–62

Merthyr Tydfil to Preston by bus, foot, and train

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5h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.6 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station 8 to Preston Bus Station via Cardiff North Road and Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 9h 21m.

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