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.

How far is it from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil?

The distance between Preston and Merthyr Tydfil is 185 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 and bus which takes 5h 35m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil, including transfers.

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.

Where can I stay near Merthyr Tydfil?

There are 719+ hotels available in Merthyr Tydfil.

Preston to Merthyr Tydfil - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Abergavennytrain
3. Take the bus from Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3 to Trevithick Memorialbus 76
5h 35m
£51–98
Drive 174.3 mi
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1. Drive from Preston to Merthyr Tydfilcar 174.3 mi
3h 36m
£44–63
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
8h 22m
£65–266

Preston to Merthyr Tydfil by train, foot, and bus

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5h 35mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 183.5 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

There is no direct connection from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil. However, you can take the train to Crewe, take the train to Abergavenny, walk to Abergavenny Bus Station Stand 3, then take the bus to Trevithick Memorial. Alternatively, you can drive from Preston to Merthyr Tydfil in around 3h 36m.

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