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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Norwich is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 8h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Norwich is to drive which takes 4h 16m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Norwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Norwich. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Norwich via Birmingham - Jennens Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Norwich?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Norwich. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Norwich via Leeds and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.

How far is it from Preston to Norwich?

The distance between Preston and Norwich is 255 miles. The road distance is 218.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Norwich without a car is to train via Peterborough which takes 6h 9m and costs £95 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 9m to get from Preston to Norwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Norwich bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Norwich train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Norwich?

The best way to get from Preston to Norwich is to train via Peterborough which takes 6h 9m and costs £95 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Preston to Norwich bus arrive?

Preston to Norwich bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road station.

Where does the Preston to Norwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Norwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Norwich is 218 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Preston to Norwich.

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

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

Book your Preston to Norwich bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Norwich?

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Preston to Norwich - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Peterborough
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Norwichtrain
6h 9m
£99–161
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Norwichbus Uk083
8h 50m
£28–47
Drive 217.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Norwichcar 217.2 mi
4h 16m
£54–78
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane MAN - NWI
5h 53m
£106–411
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Norwichtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
6h 24m
£121–181
Train to Leeds Bradford International Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Bradford Interchangetrain
2. Fly from Leeds Bradford International Airport (LBA) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane LBA - NWI
7h 50m
£116–538
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Norwichtrain
6h 21m
£134–396

Preston to Norwich by train

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Distance: 253.6 mi
Duration: 6h 9m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Norwich via Leeds and Peterborough in around 6h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to Norwich via Birmingham - Jennens Road in around 8h 50m.

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