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

The cheapest way to get from Hampshire to Preston is to bus and train which costs £40 - £75 and takes 10h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hampshire to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs £55 - £85.

Is there a direct bus between Hampshire and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Hampshire to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Robertson Road and arriving at Bus Station via Broadway St Johns, St Catherines P&R and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Hampshire and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Hampshire to Preston. However, there are services departing from Winchester and arriving at Preston via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 57m.

How far is it from Hampshire to Preston?

The distance between Hampshire and Preston is 244 miles. The road distance is 231 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hampshire to Preston without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 57m and costs £95 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 57m to get from Hampshire to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hampshire to Preston bus from?

Hampshire to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from St Catherines P&R station.

Where do I catch the Hampshire to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Hampshire to Preston?

The best way to get from Hampshire to Preston is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 57m and costs £95 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 22m.

Where does the Hampshire to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Hampshire to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hampshire to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Hampshire to Preston is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Hampshire to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2316+ hotels available in Preston.

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There are 7 ways to get from Hampshire to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Winchester to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 57m
£99–158
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Manchester Airportbus Uk980
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
10h 12m
£41–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from St Catherines P&R to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
9h 22m
£45–76
Drive 229.7 mi
1. Drive from Hampshire to Prestoncar 229.7 mi
4h 4m
£58–83
Fly from Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 9m
£90–219
Train
1. Take the train from Winchester to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 21m
£109–175
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from St Catherines P&R to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 8m
£81–287

Hampshire to Preston by bus and train

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Distance: 242.2 mi
Duration: 5h 57m

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

You can take a bus from Ladycroft Crossroads to Preston via Worthy Lane, Winchester, and Stafford in around 5h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Robertson Road to Bus Station via Broadway St Johns, St Catherines P&R, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 9h 22m.

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