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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Melksham is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Melksham is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Melksham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at The Bear via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Bus Station and Guildhall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Melksham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Melksham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Melksham via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads and Chippenham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 33m.

How far is it from Preston to Melksham?

The distance between Preston and Melksham is 224 miles. The road distance is 196 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Melksham without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 33m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 33m to get from Preston to Melksham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Melksham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Melksham train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Melksham?

The best way to get from Preston to Melksham is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 33m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 19m.

Where does the Preston to Melksham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Melksham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Melksham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Melksham is 196 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Preston to Melksham.

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

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Where can I stay near Melksham?

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 33m
£94–156
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 19m
£23–39
Drive 194.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Melkshamcar 194.8 mi
3h 30m
£48–70
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Bristol Temple Meadstrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
6h 56m
£112–174
Train #2
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 Trowbridgetrain
7h 40m
£94–179

Preston to Melksham by train

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Distance: 222.6 mi
Duration: 5h 33m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Melksham, Wiltshire, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Melksham via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, and Chippenham in around 5h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to The Bear via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Bristol Bus Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Guildhall in around 8h 19m.

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