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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Swansea is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Swansea is to drive which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Swansea?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Swansea station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Swansea?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Swansea. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Swansea via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 11m.

How far is it from Preston to Swansea?

The distance between Preston and Swansea is 236 miles. The road distance is 193.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Swansea without a car is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 11m to get from Preston to Swansea, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Swansea bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Swansea train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Swansea?

The best way to get from Preston to Swansea is to train which takes 5h 11m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 7h 44m.

Where does the Preston to Swansea bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Swansea train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Swansea?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Swansea is 193 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Preston to Swansea.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Swansea 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 Swanseatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Haverfordwest / ...
5h 11m
£80–160
Drive 192.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Swanseacar 192.2 mi
4h 5m
£47–68
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 / ...
7h 44m
£49–120

Preston to Swansea by train

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Distance: 234.2 mi
Duration: 5h 11m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Swansea via Crewe in around 5h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Swansea Bus Station Stand B via Manchester Central Coach Station and Sophia Gardens in around 7h 44m.

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