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.

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 Stand 8 and arriving at Bus Station via Kingsway Hilton GP, Cardiff Bridge KQ, Sophia Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

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 34m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 34m 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 National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Merthyr Tydfil to Preston bus arrive?

Merthyr Tydfil to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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 2373+ 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 34m
£56–115
Drive 174.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Merthyr Tydfil to Prestoncar 174.7 mi
3h 36m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
8h 27m
£51–115

Merthyr Tydfil to Preston by bus, foot, and train

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5h 34mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.5 mi
Duration: 5h 34m

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

You can take a bus from Merthyr Bus Station Stand 8 to Bus Station via Greyfriars Road GJ, Kingsway Hilton GP, Castle Street, Cardiff Bridge KQ, Talbot Street, Sophia Gardens, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 8h 27m.

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