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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Somerset is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Somerset is to drive which takes 3h 41m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Somerset?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Verriers via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Somerset?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Somerset. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Taunton via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

How far is it from Preston to Somerset?

The distance between Preston and Somerset is 247 miles. The road distance is 224.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Somerset without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 35m and costs £90 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Preston to Somerset, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Somerset bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Somerset train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Somerset?

The best way to get from Preston to Somerset is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 35m and costs £90 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 55m.

Where does the Preston to Somerset bus arrive?

Preston to Somerset bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Somerset train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Somerset?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Somerset is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 41m to drive from Preston to Somerset.

How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Somerset?

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Where can I stay near Somerset?

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Preston to Somerset - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Somerset by train, bus, car, or plane

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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 Tauntontrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 35m
£93–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Verriersbus 101 / ...
7h 55m
£39–66
Drive 222.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Somersetcar 222.8 mi
3h 41m
£55–80
Train to Manchester Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane MAN - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
7h 23m
£85–199
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Weston-super-Maretrain
8h 53m
£82–147
Train to Liverpool, fly, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Bristol Airport (BRS)plane LPL - BRS
3. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Tauntontrain
7h 32m
£86–209

Preston to Somerset by train and bus

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Distance: 245.1 mi
Duration: 5h 35m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Shovel Lane via Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station, and Castle Way in around 5h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Verriers via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 55m.

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