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Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Preston (Lancs)

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19

train journeys
per day

144

miles (232 kms)

6hrs 11 mins

fastest journey

06:21 / 23:21

first / last train

0

direct trains (2 or 3 changes)

4

operators run

5

routes

Trains from Aberdare (ABA) to Preston (Lancs)

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On a typical weekday there are 19 scheduled rail journeys between Aberdare and Preston (Lancs) , with 0 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 19 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Aberdare to Preston (Lancs) is approximately 144 miles (232 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 7hrs 10 mins.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Preston (Lancs).

There are 5 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Aberdare to Preston (Lancs). The fastest journey time on this route takes 6hrs 11 mins.

Journeys from Aberdare to Preston (Lancs) Today

  • Mon 6th May
    06:21
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    12:25
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    07:21
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    13:25
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    08:21
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    14:25
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    09:21
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    15:25
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    10:21
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    16:25
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    11:21
    6 hrs 6 mins 2 changes
    17:27
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    12:21
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    18:28
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    13:21
    6 hrs 8 mins 2 changes
    19:29
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    14:21
    6 hrs 4 mins 2 changes
    20:25
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    14:51
    6 hrs 11 mins 3 changes
    21:02
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    15:21
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    21:28
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    16:21
    6 hrs 7 mins 2 changes
    22:28
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    16:51
    6 hrs 39 mins 2 changes
    23:30
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    17:21
    6 hrs 10 mins 2 changes
    23:31
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    18:51
    7 hrs 12 mins 2 changes
    02:03
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    19:51
    9 hrs 45 mins 3 changes
    05:36
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    20:21
    10 hrs 20 mins 2 changes
    06:41
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    21:51
    10 hrs 59 mins 2 changes
    08:50
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)
  • Mon 6th May
    22:50
    12 hrs 1 min 3 changes
    10:51
    Aberdare
    Preston (Lancs)
    Aberdare to Preston (Lancs)

About Aberdare Station

Station name Aberdare (ABA)
Address Aberdare station, Abernant Road, Aberdare, Mid Glamorgan, CF44 0PU
Managed by AW

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 06:30 - 14:40
Saturday 07:40 - 15:55
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Unavailable
Baby change Unavailable
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Unavailable
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Unavailable

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Aberdare and Preston (Lancs)

The travel time between Aberdare and Preston (Lancs) by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 7hrs 10 mins & the fastest journey takes 6hrs 11 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Aberdare and Preston (Lancs) vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 19 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 06:21, and the last train of the day leaves at 23:21.

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Amenities on trains between Aberdare and Preston (Lancs) can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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No, unfortunately there are no direct trains between Aberdare & Preston (Lancs). owever, there are 19 possible journeys which require a change.

Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Transport for Wales, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Aberdare and Preston (Lancs).

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Aberdare and Preston (Lancs), but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.