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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Harlech is to train and bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Harlech is to drive which takes 2h 42m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Harlech?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Harlech. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Harlech via Crewe, Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 40m.

How far is it from Preston to Harlech?

The distance between Preston and Harlech is 151 miles. The road distance is 107.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Harlech without a car is to train and bus via Bangor which takes 6h 33m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Preston to Harlech, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Harlech train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Harlech train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Harlech?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Harlech is 108 miles. It takes approximately 2h 42m to drive from Preston to Harlech.

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

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Where can I stay near Harlech?

There are 1571+ hotels available in Harlech.

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

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

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Train, bus via Bangor
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Chester to Bangor (Gwynedd)train
3. Take the bus from Bangor station to The Australiabus 1
6h 33m
£46–84
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Jubilee Roadbus T3 / ...
7h 18m
£24–41
Drive 107 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Harlechcar 107 mi
2h 42m
£27–39
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Dovey Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from Dovey Junction to Harlechtrain
6h 40m
£51–97

Preston to Harlech by train, foot, and bus

71Weekly Services

6h 33mAverage Duration

£46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 150.2 mi
Duration: 6h 33m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Harlech via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Dovey Junction in around 6h 40m.

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