What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station is to rideshare which costs £7 - £13 and takes 2h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Birmingham New Street Station?

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

Is there a direct train between Preston and Birmingham New Street Station?

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 to Birmingham New Street Station?

The distance between Preston and Birmingham New Street Station is 104 miles. The road distance is 107.5 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station without a car is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £35 - £65.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Birmingham New Street Station bus from?

Preston to Birmingham New Street Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Birmingham New Street Station train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station?

The best way to get from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station is to train which takes 1h 55m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Preston to Birmingham New Street Station bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Birmingham New Street Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Birmingham New Street Station is 108 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station?

Book your Preston to Birmingham New Street Station train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station?

Book your Preston to Birmingham New Street Station bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Birmingham New Street Station?

There are 3344+ hotels available in Birmingham New Street Station.

Can I share a ride from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station?

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

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Birmingham New Street Station 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 55m
£35–65
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Preston to Birminghamrideshare 106.1 mi
2h 20m
£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 120 / ...
3h 34m
£30–69
Drive 106.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Birmingham New Street Stationcar 106.9 mi
1h 50m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
3h 46m
£13–23

Preston to Birmingham New Street Station by train and foot

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Distance: 103.1 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Birmingham New Street Station, 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 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–23 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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