What is the cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Birmingham?

The cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Birmingham is to rideshare which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Birmingham?

The fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £35 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston (Station) and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Newhall Street. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Preston (Station) and Birmingham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Birmingham New Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 50m.

How far is it from Preston (Station) to Birmingham?

The distance between Preston (Station) and Birmingham is 103 miles. The road distance is 105.9 miles.

How do I travel from Preston (Station) to Birmingham without a car?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Birmingham without a car is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Preston (Station) to Birmingham?

The train from Preston to Birmingham New Street takes 1h 50m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston (Station) to Birmingham bus from?

Preston (Station) to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston (Station) to Birmingham train from?

Preston (Station) to Birmingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston (Station) to Birmingham?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Birmingham is to train which takes 1h 50m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £24 and takes 3h 48m.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Birmingham bus arrive?

Preston (Station) to Birmingham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Birmingham train arrive?

Preston (Station) to Birmingham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Preston (Station) to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston (Station) to Birmingham is 106 miles. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Preston (Station) to Birmingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston (Station) to Birmingham?

Book your Preston (Station) to Birmingham train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Preston (Station) to Birmingham?

Book your Preston (Station) to Birmingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

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Can I share a ride from Preston (Station) to Birmingham?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Preston (Station) and Birmingham. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Preston (Station) to Birmingham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston (Station) to Birmingham by train, bus, car, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
1h 50m
£35–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Preston to Birminghamrideshare 106.1 mi
2h 17m
£7–13
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3h 35m
£30–69
Drive 105.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston (Station) to Birminghamcar 105.2 mi
1h 51m
£26–37
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
3h 48m
£14–24

Preston (Station) to Birmingham by train

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Distance: 102.8 mi
Duration: 1h 50m

What companies run services between Preston (Station), England and Birmingham, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £35–65 and the journey takes 1h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Newhall Street every 2 hours. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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