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

The cheapest way to get from Northampton to Preston is to bus which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h.

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

The fastest way to get from Northampton to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 39m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Northampton and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Northampton to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Northampton Town Centre and arriving at Bus Station via Millennium Point. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

Is there a direct train between Northampton and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Preston. However, there are services departing from Northampton and arriving at Preston via Rugby and Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Northampton to Preston?

The distance between Northampton and Preston is 146 miles. The road distance is 156.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Northampton to Preston without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 18m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Northampton to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Preston bus from?

Northampton to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Northampton Town Centre station.

Where do I catch the Northampton to Preston train from?

Northampton to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.

Train or bus from Northampton to Preston?

The best way to get from Northampton to Preston is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 18m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £35 and takes 6h.

Where does the Northampton to Preston bus arrive?

Northampton to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Northampton to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Northampton to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Northampton to Preston is 156 miles. It takes approximately 2h 39m to drive from Northampton to Preston.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Northampton to Preston?

Book your Northampton to Preston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2276+ hotels available in Preston.

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There are 5 ways to get from Northampton to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Rugby to Crewetrain London Euston - Crewe / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 18m
£36–102
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northampton Town Centre to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h
£19–30
Drive 155.4 mi
1. Drive from Northampton to Prestoncar 155.4 mi
2h 39m
£39–56
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Northampton to Watford Junctiontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 3m
£82–306
Train
1. Take the train from Northampton to Coventrytrain
2. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
4h 30m
£58–107

Northampton to Preston by train

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Distance: 144.7 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Northampton to Preston via Rugby and Crewe in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northampton Town Centre to Bus Station via Millennium Point in around 6h.

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