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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Wales is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Wales is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Wales. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Cardiff North Road via Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Wales. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Cardiff Central via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Preston to Wales?

The distance between Preston and Wales is 190 miles. The road distance is 189.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Wales without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Preston to Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Wales bus from?

Preston to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Preston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Wales train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Wales?

The best way to get from Preston to Wales is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Preston to Wales bus arrive?

Preston to Wales bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Preston to Wales train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Wales is 190 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Preston to Wales.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Wales?

Book your Preston to Wales bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Wales?

There are 1724+ hotels available in Wales.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Wales 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 Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 58m
£64–124
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
7h 25m
£23–37
Drive 188.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cardiffcar 188.6 mi
4h 3m
£47–67
Train via Worcester
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 28m
£106–161

Preston to Wales by train

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Distance: 188.8 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to Cardiff North Road via Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 7h 25m.

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