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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Preston is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 35m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct train between Bournemouth and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Bournemouth to Preston. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth and arriving at Preston via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Preston?

The distance between Bournemouth and Preston is 278 miles. The road distance is 249.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Preston without a car is to train via Wolverhampton which takes 5h 39m and costs £110 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 39m to get from Bournemouth to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Preston train from?

Bournemouth to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bournemouth station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Preston train arrive?

Bournemouth to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Wolverhampton station.

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Preston is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Bournemouth to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2291+ hotels available in Preston.

Bournemouth to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Bournemouth to Preston by train, car, or plane

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Train via Wolverhampton
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Wolverhamptontrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 39m
£112–170
Drive 247.9 mi
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1. Drive from Bournemouth to Prestoncar 247.9 mi
4h 35m
£62–89
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Stationtrain
3. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 56m
£112–360
Train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 50m
£121–183
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Liverpool (LPL)plane SOU - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
7h 17m
£110–251
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Newcastle, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Newcastle (NCL)plane SOU - NCL
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Carlisletrain
4. Take the train from Carlisle to Prestontrain
6h 39m
£130–310

Bournemouth to Preston by train

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Distance: 276.1 mi
Duration: 5h 39m

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You can take a train from Bournemouth to Preston via Wolverhampton in around 5h 39m.

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