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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Malmesbury is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Malmesbury is to drive which takes 3h 7m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Malmesbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Malmesbury. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at The Triangle via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Broadmead and Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Malmesbury?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Malmesbury. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Kemble via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Preston to Malmesbury?

The distance between Preston and Malmesbury is 198 miles. The road distance is 179.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Malmesbury without a car is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £70 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Preston to Malmesbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Malmesbury bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Malmesbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Malmesbury?

The best way to get from Preston to Malmesbury is to train which takes 6h 24m and costs £70 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £40 and takes 8h 27m.

Where does the Preston to Malmesbury bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Malmesbury train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Malmesbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Malmesbury is 179 miles. It takes approximately 3h 7m to drive from Preston to Malmesbury.

Where can I stay near Malmesbury?

There are 1331+ hotels available in Malmesbury.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Kembletrain
6h 24m
£70–113
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
8h 27m
£26–39
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
4. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
5. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Cross Hayesbus 99
9h 6m
Drive 178.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Malmesburycar 178.4 mi
3h 7m
£44–64

Preston to Malmesbury by train, foot, and bus

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6h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 196.8 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Milbourne Lane via Birmingham New Street, Cheltenham Spa, Kemble, and Clayfurlong Grove in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to The Triangle via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Bristol Bus Station, Broadmead, and Shopping Centre in around 8h 27m.

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