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

The cheapest way to get from Nottingham to Preston is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Nottingham to Preston is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Nottingham and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Nottingham station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Broad Marsh Bus Station and arriving at Glaston Road via Windsor Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

How far is it from Nottingham to Preston?

The distance between Nottingham and Preston is 41 miles. The road distance is 34.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Nottingham to Preston without a car is to line 19 bus and bus which takes 2h 23m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 23m to get from Nottingham to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nottingham to Preston bus from?

Nottingham to Preston bus services, operated by Centrebus, depart from Broad Marsh Bus Station.

Where does the Nottingham to Preston bus arrive?

Nottingham to Preston bus services, operated by Centrebus, arrive at St Mary's Way station.

Can I drive from Nottingham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Nottingham to Preston is 35 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Nottingham to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 598+ hotels available in Preston.

Nottingham to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 19 bus, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Nottingham to Preston by bus, train, car, or taxi

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Line 19 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to St Mary's Waybus 19
2. Take the bus from Windsor Street to Glaston Roadbus R1
2h 23m
Drive 34.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Nottingham to Prestoncar 34.5 mi
52 min
£9–12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nottingham to Leicestertrain
2. Take the train from Leicester to Oakhamtrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Glaston Roadbus R1
2h 50m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Nottingham to Prestontaxi 34.5 mi
52 min
£75–95

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Distance: 40.3 mi
Duration: 2h 23m

What companies run services between Nottingham, England and Preston, District of Rutland, England?

You can take a bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Glaston Road via St Mary's Way and Windsor Street in around 2h 23m.

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