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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Nottingham to Preston

Cheapest
1 h 49 min
Car
164 km.
from $9

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Nottingham to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
2h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.66

Megabus UK

Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72

Train operators

East Midlands Railways

Phone:
03457 125 678
Website:
eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk/
Train from Nottingham to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$39.24–$60.76

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Preston is to bus which costs $23.91 - $33.70 and takes 4h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 4m and costs $35.87 - $53.26 .

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Preston Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Nottingham and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Nottingham to Preston. However, there are services departing from Nottingham and arriving at Preston via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Preston?

The distance between Nottingham and Preston is 183 km. The road distance is 183.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $41.30 - $86.96 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Nottingham to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Preston bus from?

Nottingham to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Nottingham station.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Preston train from?

Nottingham to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.

Train or bus from Nottingham to Preston?

The best way to get from Nottingham to Preston is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs $41.30 - $86.96 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $23.91 - $33.70 and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Nottingham to Preston bus arrive?

Nottingham to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Nottingham to Preston train arrive?

Nottingham to Preston train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Preston is 184 km. It takes approximately 2h 4m to drive from Nottingham to Preston.

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

Book your Nottingham to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Preston?

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