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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Dorset to Preston

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Transport providers

British Airways
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British Airways
Website
1h 5m
Every day
$63.29–$354.42
Avanti West Coast
Website
First Great Western Service
Website
National Express
Website
Cross Country
Website
TransPennine Express Service
Website
Northern Rail
Website
South Western Railway
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Transport for Wales
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Avanti West Coast
Website
1h 45m
Hourly
$56.96–$177.21
00 44 345 528 0253
00 44 345 528 0253
Call
First Great Western Service
Website
2h 56m
Once a week
$69.62–$164.55
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
Call Contact via email
National Express
Website
4h 7m
Once daily
$34.18–$48.10
08717 81 81 81
08717 81 81 81
Call
Cross Country
Website
3h 6m
Hourly
$113.92–$329.10
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
Call Contact via email
TransPennine Express Service
Website
55 min
Hourly
$17.72–$44.30
+44 345 600 1671
+44 345 600 1671
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Northern Rail
Website
1h 9m
Every 30 minutes
$11.39–$16.46
+44 800 200 6060
+44 800 200 6060
Call Contact via email
South Western Railway
Website
41 min
Hourly
$18.99–$44.30
0345 6000 650
0345 6000 650
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Transport for Wales
Website
3h 4m
Hourly
$75.95–$126.58
03333 211 202
03333 211 202
Call
Megabus UK
Website
Megabus UK
Website
6h 10m
Twice a week
$26.58–$37.97

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Dorset to Preston is to bus which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 12h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Dorset to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs $76.09 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Dorset and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Dorset to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Dorchester Road Traffic Lights and arriving at Preston Coach Station via Dorchester and London Victoria Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 31m.

How far is it from Dorset to Preston?

The distance between Dorset and Preston is 498 km. The road distance is 401.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Dorset to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 56m and costs $163.04 - $478.26 .

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Dorset to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Dorset to Preston bus from?

Dorset to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dorchester station.

Train or bus from Dorset to Preston?

The best way to get from Dorset to Preston is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 56m and costs $163.04 - $478.26 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $52.17 - $76.09 and takes 12h 31m.

Where does the Dorset to Preston bus arrive?

Dorset to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Dorset to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Dorset to Preston is 401 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Dorset to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

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