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 £14 - £23 and takes 4h 14m.

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 £35 - £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 Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

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 £35 - £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 FlixBus, 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 £35 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £23 and takes 4h 14m.

Where does the Preston to Oldbury bus arrive?

Preston to Oldbury bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall 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?

There are 3353+ hotels available in Oldbury.

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
£35–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
4h 14m
£14–22
Drive 102.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Oldburycar 102.6 mi
1h 47m
£25–37
Bus via Hatherton Street
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Hatherton Streetbus 424
4h 17m
£24–54

Preston to Oldbury by train

98Weekly Trains

1h 36mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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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 £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Newhall Street every 4 hours. Tickets cost £12–20 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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