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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Durham is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Durham is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Durham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Durham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sutton Street via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Durham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Durham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Durham via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Preston to Durham?

The distance between Preston and Durham is 153 miles. The road distance is 107 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Durham without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £50 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Preston to Durham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Durham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Durham train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Durham?

The best way to get from Preston to Durham is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £50 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £70 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Preston to Durham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Durham train arrive?

Preston to Durham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Preston to Durham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Durham is 107 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Preston to Durham.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Durham?

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Where can I stay near Durham?

There are 1855+ hotels available in Durham.

Preston to Durham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 125 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Durhamtrain Sheffield - Edinburgh / ...
3h 18m
£54–113
Drive 106.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Durhamcar 106.3 mi
2h 6m
£26–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sutton Streetbus 177
4h 35m
£29–70
Line 125 bus, line 8 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Gardner Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Shudehill Interchangebus 8
3. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Durhamtrain
6h 23m
£50–90

Preston to Durham by train

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Distance: 152 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Durham via Leeds in around 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sutton Street via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 4h 35m.

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