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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Tywyn is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Tywyn is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at High Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Newtown Bus Station and Bus Depot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Tywyn?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Tywyn. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Tywyn via Crewe, Shrewsbury and Dovey Junction. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

How far is it from Preston to Tywyn?

The distance between Preston and Tywyn is 158 miles. The road distance is 116.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Tywyn without a car is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 44m to get from Preston to Tywyn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Tywyn bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Tywyn train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Tywyn?

The best way to get from Preston to Tywyn is to train which takes 5h 44m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £65 and takes 10h 6m.

Where does the Preston to Tywyn bus arrive?

Preston to Tywyn bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Tywyn train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Tywyn?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Tywyn is 117 miles. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Preston to Tywyn.

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

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Where can I stay near Tywyn?

There are 1117+ hotels available in Tywyn.

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Tywyn 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 Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the train from Shrewsbury to Dovey Junctiontrain
5h 44m
£44–85
Drive 115.9 mi
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1. Drive from Preston to Tywyncar 115.9 mi
2h 53m
£29–42
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Bidston to Wrexham Centraltrain
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 5 to Eldon Square 1bus T3 / ...
8h 7m
£30–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Newtown Bus Station Stand 2bus 409
3. Take the bus from Newtown Bus Station to Bus Depotbus X85
10h 6m
£39–63

Preston to Tywyn by train

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Distance: 156.9 mi
Duration: 5h 44m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Tywyn, Gwynedd, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Tywyn via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Dovey Junction in around 5h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to High Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Newtown Bus Station, and Bus Depot in around 10h 6m.

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