What is the cheapest way to get from Market Harborough to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Market Harborough to Preston is to bus and line 125 bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 8h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Market Harborough to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Market Harborough to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 43m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Market Harborough and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Market Harborough to Preston. However, there are services departing from The Square and arriving at Percy Street via Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Market Harborough and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Market Harborough to Preston. However, there are services departing from Market Harborough and arriving at Preston via Leicester, Nuneaton and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Market Harborough to Preston?

The distance between Market Harborough and Preston is 147 miles. The road distance is 137.2 miles.

How do I travel from Market Harborough to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Market Harborough to Preston without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 45m and costs £30 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Market Harborough to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Market Harborough to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Market Harborough to Preston bus from?

Market Harborough to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Market Harborough to Preston train from?

Market Harborough to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Nuneaton station.

Train or bus from Market Harborough to Preston?

The best way to get from Market Harborough to Preston is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 45m and costs £30 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus and line 125 bus, which costs £18 - £27 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the Market Harborough to Preston bus arrive?

Market Harborough to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Market Harborough to Preston train arrive?

Market Harborough to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Market Harborough to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Market Harborough to Preston is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 43m to drive from Market Harborough to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Market Harborough to Preston?

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There are 4 ways to get from Market Harborough to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Nuneaton to Crewetrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 45m
£33–99
Bus, line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk079
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy Streetbus 125
8h 39m
£19–27
Drive 136.4 mi
1. Drive from Market Harborough to Prestoncar 136.4 mi
2h 43m
£34–49
Train
1. Take the train from Market Harborough to Nottinghamtrain
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
4h 33m
£64–101

Market Harborough to Preston by train

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Distance: 145.7 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Market Harborough, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Market Harborough to Preston via Leicester, Nuneaton, and Crewe in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from The Square to Percy Street via Haymarket Bus Station, Leicester St Margaret's Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Shudehill Interchange, and Bolton Interchange in around 8h 39m.

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