What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil is to drive which takes 3h 36m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Merthyr Tydfil?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Merthyr Tydfil. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Merthyr Tydfil College via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Merthyr Tydfil?

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

How far is it from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Preston and Merthyr Tydfil is 214 miles. The road distance is 175.3 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Merthyr Tydfil bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Merthyr Tydfil train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil?

The best way to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £120 and takes 8h 18m.

Where does the Preston to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Merthyr Tydfil train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Merthyr Tydfil is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 36m to drive from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil?

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Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil 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 Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Merthyr Tydfiltrain
5h 26m
£74–142
Drive 174.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Merthyr Tydfilcar 174.3 mi
3h 36m
£43–62
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
8h 18m
£50–112
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 Trevithick Memorialbus 76
7h 1m
£73–128

Preston to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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5h 26mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.5 mi
Duration: 5h 26m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Merthyr Tydfil, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil via Crewe and Cardiff Central in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Merthyr Tydfil College via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, Westgate Street KG, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 8h 18m.

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