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

The cheapest way to get from Bournemouth to Preston is to bus which costs £55 - £140 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bournemouth to Preston is to train and fly which takes 3h 58m and costs £95 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Bournemouth and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Bournemouth station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Bournemouth Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

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 Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from Bournemouth to Preston?

The distance between Bournemouth and Preston is 278 miles. The road distance is 249.7 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 Stafford which takes 5h 30m and costs £130 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from Bournemouth to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Bournemouth to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Bournemouth to Preston?

The best way to get from Bournemouth to Preston is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 30m and costs £130 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Bournemouth to Preston bus arrive?

Bournemouth to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Bournemouth to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bournemouth to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bournemouth to Preston is 250 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Bournemouth to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

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

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 30m
£133–193
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bournemouth Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
8h 50m
£55–136
Drive 248.3 mi
1. Drive from Bournemouth to Prestoncar 248.3 mi
4h 35m
£61–89
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Bournemouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
3h 58m
£97–237
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 49m
£147–209
Train, train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
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 44m
£122–369

Bournemouth to Preston by train

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Distance: 276.1 mi
Duration: 5h 30m

What companies run services between Bournemouth, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Bournemouth to Preston via Stafford in around 5h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bournemouth Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 50m.

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