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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil is to bus which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 28m.

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 station. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Birmingham - Jennens Road and Greyfriars Road GJ. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 28m.

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 25m.

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 25m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 25m 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 FlixBus, depart from Preston 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 25m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £50 and takes 9h 28m.

Where does the Preston to Merthyr Tydfil bus arrive?

Preston to Merthyr Tydfil bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road 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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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 25m
£73–141
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cardiff North Roadbus Uk084
9h 28m
£30–47
Drive 174.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Merthyr Tydfilcar 174.3 mi
3h 36m
£43–62
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
£73–127

Preston to Merthyr Tydfil by train

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5h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 212.5 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

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 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to Merthyr Bus Station 1 via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Cardiff North Road, and Greyfriars Road GJ in around 9h 28m.

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