What is the cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Port Talbot to Preston is to bus which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Port Talbot to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Port Talbot and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Port Talbot station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Port Talbot and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Port Talbot to Preston. However, there are services departing from Port Talbot Parkway and arriving at Preston via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 26m.

How far is it from Port Talbot to Preston?

The distance between Port Talbot and Preston is 222 miles. The road distance is 197.5 miles.

How do I travel from Port Talbot to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Preston without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 26m and costs £65 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Port Talbot to Preston?

It takes approximately 4h 26m to get from Port Talbot to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Preston bus from?

Port Talbot to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Port Talbot Bus Station 9.

Where do I catch the Port Talbot to Preston train from?

Port Talbot to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Port Talbot Parkway station.

Train or bus from Port Talbot to Preston?

The best way to get from Port Talbot to Preston is to train via Crewe which takes 4h 26m and costs £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 8h 10m.

Where does the Port Talbot to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Port Talbot to Preston train arrive?

Port Talbot to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Port Talbot to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Port Talbot to Preston is 197 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Port Talbot to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Port Talbot to Preston?

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Crewetrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 26m
£65–118
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 112
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
8h 10m
£43–73
Drive 196.3 mi
1. Drive from Port Talbot to Prestoncar 196.3 mi
4h 4m
£49–70
Train
1. Take the train from Port Talbot Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Milford Haven - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 3m
£77–126

Port Talbot to Preston by train

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Distance: 220.9 mi
Duration: 4h 26m

What companies run services between Port Talbot, Wales and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Port Talbot Parkway to Preston via Crewe in around 4h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Port Talbot Bus Station 9 to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 10m.

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