What is the cheapest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 4h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Birmingham Airport: Stop H and arriving at Bus Station via Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston. However, there are services departing from Birmingham International Airport and arriving at Preston via Birmingham International. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 2m.

How far is it from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston?

The distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) and Preston is 112 miles. The road distance is 117.2 miles.

How do I travel from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 2m to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston bus from?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Newhall Street station.

Where do I catch the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston train from?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Birmingham International station.

Train or bus from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston?

The best way to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston is to train which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 4h 55m.

Where does the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston bus arrive?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston train arrive?

Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston is 117 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston.

How do I get a bus ticket from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston?

Book your Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2369+ hotels available in Preston.

Can I share a ride from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Preston by train, bus, rideshare, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 2m
£35–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Bus Stationbus Uk030
4h 55m
£14–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Airport Bus Terminal to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 97A / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 14m
£31–75
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Birmingham-BHX to Prestonrideshare 116.5 mi
1h 56m
Drive 116.5 mi
1. Drive from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Prestoncar 116.5 mi
1h 56m
£29–41

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Distance: 111.2 mi
Duration: 3h 2m

What companies run services between Birmingham Airport (BHX), England and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham International to Preston every 2 hours. Tickets cost £40–70 and the journey takes 2h 4m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Newhall Street to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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