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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Aberaeron is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Aberaeron is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Aberaeron?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Aberaeron. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Alban Square 3 via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Aberaeron?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Aberaeron. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Aberystwyth via Crewe and Shrewsbury. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

How far is it from Preston to Aberaeron?

The distance between Preston and Aberaeron is 181 miles. The road distance is 146.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Aberaeron without a car is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £55 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 5h 38m to get from Preston to Aberaeron, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Aberaeron bus from?

Preston to Aberaeron bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Aberaeron train from?

Preston to Aberaeron train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Aberaeron?

The best way to get from Preston to Aberaeron is to train which takes 5h 38m and costs £55 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Preston to Aberaeron bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Aberaeron train arrive?

Preston to Aberaeron train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Preston to Aberaeron?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Aberaeron is 146 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Preston to Aberaeron.

Where can I stay near Aberaeron?

There are 1005+ hotels available in Aberaeron.

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Aberaeron by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Aberystwythtrain
5h 38m
£55–112
Drive 145.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Aberaeroncar 145.3 mi
3h 40m
£36–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
8h 39m
£48–118
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Rhyltrain
3. Take the train from Rhyl to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
4. Take the bus from Bangor Railway Station H to Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 4bus T2
9h 54m

Preston to Aberaeron by train and bus

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5h 38mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Distance: 180.3 mi
Duration: 5h 38m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Alban Square 3 via Crewe, Shrewsbury, Aberystwyth, and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 5h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Alban Square 3 via Birmingham Coach Station and Aberystwyth Bus Station Stand 7 in around 8h 39m.

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