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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Derby is to bus which costs £20 - £45 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Derby is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Derby?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Derby. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Friar Gate via bus station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Derby. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Derby via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Preston to Derby?

The distance between Preston and Derby is 102 miles. The road distance is 92.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Derby without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Preston to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Derby bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Derby train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Derby?

The best way to get from Preston to Derby is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £35 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £45 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Preston to Derby bus arrive?

Preston to Derby bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at bus station.

Where does the Preston to Derby train arrive?

Preston to Derby train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Preston to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Derby is 93 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Preston to Derby.

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

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Preston to Derby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
2h 45m
£35–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus stationbus 424
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Friar Gatebus Sw
6h 5m
£21–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Market Placebus 199
3. Take the bus from Market Place to Bakewell Road Bus Stationbus Tp
5h 49m
£27–45
Drive 92.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Derbycar 92.1 mi
1h 58m
£23–33

Preston to Derby by train

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Distance: 101.2 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Derby via Crewe in around 2h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Friar Gate via bus station and Bus Station in around 6h 5m.

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