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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Dawlish is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Dawlish is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Lanherne via Birmingham Coach Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Dawlish?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Dawlish. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Dawlish via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Preston to Dawlish?

The distance between Preston and Dawlish is 292 miles. The road distance is 270.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Dawlish without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £110 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 29m to get from Preston to Dawlish, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Dawlish bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Dawlish train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Dawlish?

The best way to get from Preston to Dawlish is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 9h 49m.

Where does the Preston to Dawlish bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Dawlish train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Dawlish?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Dawlish is 271 miles. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Preston to Dawlish.

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

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Where can I stay near Dawlish?

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Dawlish by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Dawlishtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Paignton
6h 29m
£119–189
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
9h 49m
£49–81
Drive 269.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Dawlishcar 269.1 mi
4h 31m
£67–96
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 34m
£114–180
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Dawlishtrain
8h 1m
£104–194

Preston to Dawlish by train

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Distance: 290.2 mi
Duration: 6h 29m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Dawlish via Manchester Piccadilly in around 6h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Lanherne via Birmingham Coach Station, Bampfylde Street, and Bus Station in around 9h 49m.

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