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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Rothbury is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Rothbury is to drive which takes 2h 44m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Rothbury?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Rothbury. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Morpeth via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

How far is it from Preston to Rothbury?

The distance between Preston and Rothbury is 184 miles. The road distance is 138.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Rothbury without a car is to train via Morpeth which takes 3h 49m and costs £75 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 49m to get from Preston to Rothbury, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Rothbury train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Rothbury train arrive?

Preston to Rothbury train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Rothbury?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Rothbury is 139 miles. It takes approximately 2h 44m to drive from Preston to Rothbury.

Where can I stay near Rothbury?

There are 1183+ hotels available in Rothbury.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Rothbury by train or car

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Train via Morpeth
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 49m
£76–155
Drive 138.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Rothburycar 138.1 mi
2h 44m
£34–50
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain
3. Take the train from Newcastle to Alnmouthtrain
4h 2m
£83–169
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Morpethtrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
4h 51m
£119–176

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Distance: 182.7 mi
Duration: 3h 49m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Rothbury via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Morpeth in around 3h 49m.

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