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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Bideford is to bus which costs £45 - £90 and takes 10h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Bideford is to drive which takes 4h 46m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Bideford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Victoria Park Coach Stop via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Bideford?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Bideford. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Barnstaple via Birmingham New Street and Exeter St Davids. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 24m.

How far is it from Preston to Bideford?

The distance between Preston and Bideford is 328 miles. The road distance is 287.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Bideford without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 24m and costs £120 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 8h 24m to get from Preston to Bideford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bideford bus from?

Preston to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bideford train from?

Preston to Bideford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Bideford?

The best way to get from Preston to Bideford is to train via Birmingham which takes 8h 24m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £90 and takes 10h 25m.

Where does the Preston to Bideford bus arrive?

Preston to Bideford bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Bideford train arrive?

Preston to Bideford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Bideford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Bideford is 287 miles. It takes approximately 4h 46m to drive from Preston to Bideford.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
8h 24m
£127–202
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Victoria Park Coach Stopbus 105
10h 25m
£50–87
Drive 285.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Bidefordcar 285.8 mi
4h 46m
£71–102
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstapletrain
11h 1m
£127–227

Preston to Bideford by train and bus

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8h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 326.5 mi
Duration: 8h 24m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Brunswick Wharf via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Barnstaple, and Rail Station in around 8h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Victoria Park Coach Stop via Birmingham Coach Station in around 10h 25m.

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