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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cardiff is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cardiff is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Cardiff. 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 Cardiff?

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

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £50 - £110.

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

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Cardiff train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Cardiff train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Cardiff?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1803+ hotels available in Cardiff.

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

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

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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
£54–102
Drive 188.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Cardiffcar 188.6 mi
4h 3m
£47–68
Train to Liverpool, fly to Bristol Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Cardiff Centraltrain
6h 53m
£77–207
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 29m
£89–144
Train to Liverpool, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane LPL - CWL
12h 9m
£83–183
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Cardiff Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)plane MAN - CWL
7h 44m
£92–183

Preston to Cardiff by train

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3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 188.8 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Cardiff Central via Crewe in around 3h 58m.

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