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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Oakham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Oakham is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Oakham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Oakham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Oakham via Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Preston to Oakham?

The distance between Preston and Oakham is 157 miles. The road distance is 136.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Oakham without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 48m and costs £40 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Preston to Oakham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Oakham train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Oakham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Oakham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Oakham is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Preston to Oakham.

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

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Where can I stay near Oakham?

There are 506+ hotels available in Oakham.

Preston to Oakham - 4 ways to travel via train, and car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Oakhamtrain
3h 48m
£44–115
Drive 135.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Oakhamcar 135.9 mi
2h 34m
£33–48
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oakhamtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
3h 53m
£72–110
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Oakhamtrain
5h 24m
£73–122

Preston to Oakham by train

117Weekly Trains

3h 48mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Oakham, District of Rutland, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Oakham via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 3h 48m.

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