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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Bangor is to drive which costs £24 - £35 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Bangor is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £24 - £35.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Bangor?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Bangor. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 1m.

How far is it from Preston to Bangor?

The distance between Preston and Bangor is 105 miles. The road distance is 100.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Bangor without a car is to train which takes 3h 1m and costs £35 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 1m to get from Preston to Bangor, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bangor train from?

Preston to Bangor train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Bangor train arrive?

Preston to Bangor train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Preston to Bangor?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Bangor is 100 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Preston to Bangor.

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

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Where can I stay near Bangor?

There are 2237+ hotels available in Bangor.

Preston to Bangor - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and line 5 bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Bangor by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Bangor (Gwynedd)train Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
3h 1m
£40–71
Drive 99.8 mi
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1. Drive from Preston to Bangorcar 99.8 mi
2h 15m
£25–35
Train, line 5 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Llandudno Junctiontrain
3. Take the bus from Broad Street to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus 5
4h 31m
£42–78

Preston to Bangor by train

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Distance: 104.5 mi
Duration: 3h 1m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Bangor, Gwynedd, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Bangor (Gwynedd) via Warrington Bank Quay in around 3h 1m.

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