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353 km.
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Five ways to Travel from Barnstaple to Preston

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Cheapest
By car (353 km)
3 h 53 min
353 km.
from $19
Other
Rideshare
3 h 53 min
353 km.
from $13.43
Train via Birmingham
6 h 59 min
312 km.
from $337.24
Bus
9 h 41 min
312 km.
from $102.39
Train
9 h 41 min
312 km.
from $348.04

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester,
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$27.85–$39.24
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

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

First Great Western Service

Phone:
+44 3457 000 125
Email:
Website:
gwr.com/
Train from Barnstaple to Exeter
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$26.58–$69.62
Train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$75.95–$177.21

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Barnstaple Bus Station to Bristol
Ave. Duration:
2h 56m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$29.11–$41.77

Cross Country

Phone:
0344 736 9123
Email:
Website:
crosscountrytrains.co.uk/
Train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham
Ave. Duration:
2h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$107.59–$316.44

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 Cardiff Central to Manchester
Ave. Duration:
3h 18m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$82.28–$139.24

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Preston is to bus which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 9h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 36m and costs $86.96 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple Bus Station and arriving at Preston Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 41m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Preston. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Preston via Exeter St Davids and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Preston?

The distance between Barnstaple and Preston is 493 km. The road distance is 445.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 59m and costs $163.04 - $489.13 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 59m to get from Barnstaple to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Preston bus from?

Barnstaple to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Barnstaple Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Preston train from?

Barnstaple to Preston train services, operated by First Great Western Service, depart from Barnstaple station.

Train, bus or fly from Barnstaple to Preston?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Preston is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 59m and costs $163.04 - $489.13 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $59.78 - $86.96 and takes 9h 41m. There are no good options to train between Barnstaple to Preston.

Where does the Barnstaple to Preston bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bristol station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Preston train arrive?

Barnstaple to Preston train services, operated by First Great Western Service, arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Preston is 446 km. It takes approximately 4h 36m to drive from Barnstaple to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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