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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Shropshire is to bus which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Shropshire is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Shropshire station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Shropshire?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Shropshire. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Shrewsbury via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 4m.

How far is it from Preston to Shropshire?

The distance between Preston and Shropshire is 84 miles. The road distance is 87.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Shropshire without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 4m to get from Preston to Shropshire, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Shropshire bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Shropshire train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Shropshire?

The best way to get from Preston to Shropshire is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 4m and costs £22 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £17 - £40 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Preston to Shropshire bus arrive?

Preston to Shropshire bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at bus station.

Where does the Preston to Shropshire train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Shropshire?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Shropshire is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Preston to Shropshire.

Where can I stay near Shropshire?

There are 928+ hotels available in Shropshire.

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain Crewe - Shrewsbury / ...
2h 4m
£22–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to bus stationbus 424
2. Take the bus from bus station to Bus Stationbus 64
5h 40m
£18–38
Drive 86.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Shropshirecar 86.9 mi
1h 52m
£22–31
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Shrewsburytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 24m
£37–70

Preston to Shropshire by train and bus

144Weekly Services

2h 4mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.4 mi
Duration: 2h 4m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Bus Station via Crewe, Shrewsbury, and Railway Station in around 2h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via bus station in around 5h 40m.

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