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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Aberdare is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Aberdare is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Aberdare?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Aberdare. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Aberdare via Crewe and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Preston to Aberdare?

The distance between Preston and Aberdare is 213 miles. The road distance is 179.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Aberdare without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Preston to Aberdare, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Aberdare train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Aberdare train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Aberdare?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Aberdare is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Preston to Aberdare.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Aberdare?

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Where can I stay near Aberdare?

There are 569+ hotels available in Aberdare.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Aberdaretrain
5h 26m
£73–141
Drive 178.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Aberdarecar 178.2 mi
3h 42m
£44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Merthyr Bus Station 1bus 76
7h 54m
£77–135

Preston to Aberdare by train

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5h 26mAverage Duration

£73Cheapest Price

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Distance: 211.6 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Aberdare via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 5h 26m.

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