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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Loughborough is to bus which costs £14 - £25 and takes 5h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Loughborough is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Aumberry Gap via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Loughborough?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Loughborough. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Loughborough (Leics) via Crewe and Derby. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Preston to Loughborough?

The distance between Preston and Loughborough is 119 miles. The road distance is 114.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Loughborough without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Preston to Loughborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Loughborough bus from?

Preston to Loughborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Loughborough train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Loughborough?

The best way to get from Preston to Loughborough is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 5h 44m.

Where does the Preston to Loughborough bus arrive?

Preston to Loughborough bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Loughborough train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Loughborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Loughborough is 114 miles. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from Preston to Loughborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Loughborough?

There are 1905+ hotels available in Loughborough.

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Derbytrain Crewe - Lincoln Central / ...
3h 38m
£43–81
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus Uk079
5h 44m
£15–25
Drive 113.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Loughboroughcar 113.5 mi
2h 3m
£29–41
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 12m
£52–84

Preston to Loughborough by train

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Distance: 117.9 mi
Duration: 3h 38m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Loughborough (Leics) via Crewe and Derby in around 3h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Aumberry Gap via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 5h 44m.

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