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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Oldbury is to bus which costs £15 - £24 and takes 4h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Oldbury is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Oldbury?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Oldbury. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Oldbury Interchange via Saddlers Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Oldbury?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Sandwell & Dudley. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 36m.

How far is it from Preston to Oldbury?

The distance between Preston and Oldbury is 98 miles. The road distance is 103.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Oldbury without a car is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £60.

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

The train from Preston to Sandwell & Dudley takes 1h 36m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Oldbury bus from?

Preston to Oldbury bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Oldbury train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Oldbury?

The best way to get from Preston to Oldbury is to train which takes 1h 36m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus via Hatherton Street, which costs £23 - £55 and takes 4h 17m.

Where does the Preston to Oldbury bus arrive?

Preston to Oldbury bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hatherton Street station.

Where does the Preston to Oldbury train arrive?

Preston to Oldbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Sandwell & Dudley station.

Can I drive from Preston to Oldbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Oldbury is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 47m to drive from Preston to Oldbury.

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

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Where can I stay near Oldbury?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Sandwell & Dudleytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
1h 36m
£30–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Uk030
4h 30m
£15–24
Bus via Hatherton Street
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hatherton Streetbus 424
4h 17m
£23–54
Drive 102.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Oldburycar 102.6 mi
1h 47m
£26–37

Preston to Oldbury by train

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Distance: 97.5 mi
Duration: 1h 36m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Oldbury, Sandwell, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Sandwell & Dudley hourly. Tickets cost £30–60 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Hatherton Street twice daily. Tickets cost £21–55 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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