What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Melton Mowbray?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Melton Mowbray is to bus which costs £17 - £27 and takes 6h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Melton Mowbray?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Melton Mowbray is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Melton Mowbray?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Melton Mowbray. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at King Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Melton Mowbray?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Melton Mowbray. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Melton Mowbray via Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Preston to Melton Mowbray?

The distance between Preston and Melton Mowbray is 146 miles. The road distance is 126.9 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Melton Mowbray without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Melton Mowbray without a car is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £35 - £110.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Melton Mowbray?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Preston to Melton Mowbray, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Melton Mowbray bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Melton Mowbray train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Melton Mowbray?

The best way to get from Preston to Melton Mowbray is to train which takes 3h 40m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £27 and takes 6h 36m.

Where does the Preston to Melton Mowbray bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Melton Mowbray train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Melton Mowbray?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Melton Mowbray is 127 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Preston to Melton Mowbray.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Melton Mowbray?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Melton Mowbraytrain
3h 40m
£39–110
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
6h 36m
£17–26
Drive 126.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Melton Mowbraycar 126.1 mi
2h 20m
£31–45
Train, line 19 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the bus from Nottingham station to St Mary's Waybus 19
5h 13m
£54–90

Preston to Melton Mowbray by train

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Distance: 144.7 mi
Duration: 3h 40m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Melton Mowbray, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Melton Mowbray via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 3h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to King Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 6h 36m.

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