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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Llanelli is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Llanelli is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Llanelli station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens and Swansea Bus Station Stand P. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Llanelli?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Llanelli. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Llanelli via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 32m.

How far is it from Preston to Llanelli?

The distance between Preston and Llanelli is 247 miles. The road distance is 190.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Llanelli without a car is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 32m to get from Preston to Llanelli, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Llanelli bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Llanelli train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Llanelli?

The best way to get from Preston to Llanelli is to train which takes 5h 32m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £130 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Preston to Llanelli bus arrive?

Preston to Llanelli bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Llanelli train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Llanelli?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Llanelli is 190 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Preston to Llanelli.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Llanellitrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
5h 32m
£86–170
Drive 189.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Llanellicar 189.2 mi
4h 3m
£47–67
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
3. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Swansea Bus Station Stand Bbus 201 / ...
8h 57m
£52–123

Preston to Llanelli by train

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Distance: 245.3 mi
Duration: 5h 32m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Llanelli via Crewe in around 5h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Llanelli Bus Station Stand 5 via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, Swansea Bus Station Stand B, and Swansea Bus Station Stand P in around 8h 57m.

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