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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Preston is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Preston is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Preston. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Preston via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Preston?

The distance between Cardiff and Preston is 190 miles. The road distance is 189.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs £50 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Cardiff to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Preston train from?

Cardiff to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Cardiff Central station.

Where does the Cardiff to Preston train arrive?

Cardiff to Preston train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Preston is 190 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Cardiff to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2254+ hotels available in Preston.

Cardiff to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Cardiff to Preston by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Crewetrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 47m
£55–100
Drive 188.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Cardiff to Prestoncar 188.5 mi
4h 1m
£47–68
Fly Cardiff Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane CWL - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
7h 6m
£93–182
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 35m
£82–124
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Liverpool (LPL)plane BRS - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
7h 2m
£78–207
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 42m
£139–418

Cardiff to Preston by train

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Distance: 188.7 mi
Duration: 3h 47m

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

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Preston via Crewe in around 3h 47m.

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