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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Sidmouth is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 10h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Sidmouth is to drive which takes 4h 27m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Sidmouth?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Sidmouth. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at All Saints Church via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Sidmouth?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Sidmouth. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

How far is it from Preston to Sidmouth?

The distance between Preston and Sidmouth is 288 miles. The road distance is 257.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Sidmouth without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 46m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 46m to get from Preston to Sidmouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Sidmouth bus from?

Preston to Sidmouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Sidmouth train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Sidmouth?

The best way to get from Preston to Sidmouth is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 46m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 10h 32m.

Where does the Preston to Sidmouth bus arrive?

Preston to Sidmouth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Millennium Point station.

Where does the Preston to Sidmouth train arrive?

Preston to Sidmouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Sidmouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Sidmouth is 257 miles. It takes approximately 4h 27m to drive from Preston to Sidmouth.

Where can I stay near Sidmouth?

There are 1872+ hotels available in Sidmouth.

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 46m
£109–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Bristol Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
10h 32m
£32–59
Drive 255.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Sidmouthcar 255.9 mi
4h 27m
£64–93
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
10h 4m
£113–211

Preston to Sidmouth by train and bus

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Distance: 286.3 mi
Duration: 6h 46m

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

You can take a train from Preston to All Saints Church via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, Clifton Place, and Bus Station in around 6h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to All Saints Church via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Bus Station in around 10h 32m.

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