What is the cheapest way to get from Newton Abbot to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Newton Abbot to Preston is to drive which costs £65 - £100 and takes 4h 29m.

What is the fastest way to get from Newton Abbot to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Newton Abbot to Preston is to fly and train which takes 4h 24m and costs £95 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Newton Abbot and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Newton Abbot to Preston. However, there are services departing from Newton Abbot and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

How far is it from Newton Abbot to Preston?

The distance between Newton Abbot and Preston is 289 miles. The road distance is 275.2 miles.

How do I travel from Newton Abbot to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Newton Abbot to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 25m and costs £110 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Newton Abbot to Preston?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Newton Abbot to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Newton Abbot to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Newton Abbot to Preston train arrive?

Newton Abbot to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Newton Abbot to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Newton Abbot to Preston is 275 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Newton Abbot to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Newton Abbot to Preston?

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 25m
£118–182
Drive 273.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Newton Abbot to Prestoncar 273.6 mi
4h 29m
£68–99
Fly from Exeter, train
1. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 24m
£98–244
Train
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
8h 16m
£122–217
Train to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Newton Abbot to Partrain
2. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NQY - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
7h 55m
£106–265

Newton Abbot to Preston by train

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Distance: 287.4 mi
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Newton Abbot, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Newton Abbot to Preston via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 25m.

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