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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Brackley is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Brackley is to drive which takes 2h 50m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Brackley?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Brackley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Northampton Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Copse Corner. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Brackley?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Brackley. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Banbury via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 17m.

How far is it from Preston to Brackley?

The distance between Preston and Brackley is 176 miles. The road distance is 156.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Brackley without a car is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 5h 17m to get from Preston to Brackley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Brackley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Brackley train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Brackley?

The best way to get from Preston to Brackley is to train which takes 5h 17m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Preston to Brackley bus arrive?

Preston to Brackley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Brackley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Brackley?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Brackley is 157 miles. It takes approximately 2h 50m to drive from Preston to Brackley.

Where can I stay near Brackley?

There are 573+ hotels available in Brackley.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Banburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 17m
£62–99
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Coach Parkbus S5
6h 36m
£28–47
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Uk030
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Banburytrain Birmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
6h 28m
£34–55
Drive 155.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Brackleycar 155.8 mi
2h 50m
£39–56

Preston to Brackley by train and bus

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5h 17mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.1 mi
Duration: 5h 17m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Springfield Way via Birmingham New Street, Banbury, and Bus Station in around 5h 17m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Northampton Road via Manchester Central Coach Station, Coach Park, and Copse Corner in around 6h 36m.

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