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One way to Travel from Birmingham to Preston

Composite routes from Birmingham to Preston

Cheapest
1 h 43 min
Car
152 km.
from $8

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street to Preston
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.25–$30.38

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street to Preston
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.99–$26.58

Train operators

Avanti West Coast

Phone:
00 44 345 528 0253
Website:
avantiwestcoast.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$56.96–$177.21

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 54m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$32.91–$45.57

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$63.29–$164.55

TransPennine Express Service

Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
Ave. Duration:
38 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$39.24

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92

Transport for Wales

Phone:
03333 211 202
Website:
tfw.wales/
Train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
2h 58m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$41.77–$63.29

Other operators

BlaBlaCar

Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Birmingham to Preston
Ave. Duration:
2h 13m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.13–$21.52

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham to Preston is to rideshare which costs $8.70 - $18.48 and takes 2h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Birmingham to Preston is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $48.91 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street and arriving at Preston Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Birmingham New Street and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Birmingham to Preston?

The distance between Birmingham and Preston is 166 km. The road distance is 173.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Birmingham to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $48.91 - $152.17 .

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

The train from Birmingham New Street to Preston takes 1h 45m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Preston bus from?

Birmingham to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Birmingham Summer Row- Great Charles Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham to Preston train from?

Birmingham to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham New Street station.

Train or bus from Birmingham to Preston?

The best way to get from Birmingham to Preston is to train which takes 1h 45m and costs $48.91 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $39.13 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Birmingham to Preston bus arrive?

Birmingham to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Preston Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birmingham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham to Preston is 173 km. It takes approximately 1h 48m to drive from Birmingham to Preston.

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

Book your Birmingham to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Birmingham to Preston bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2006+ hotels available in Preston. Prices start at $38.02 per night.

Can I share a ride from Birmingham to Preston?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Birmingham and Preston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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