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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Torquay is to bus which costs £50 - £85 and takes 10h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Torquay is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £100.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Torquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Torquay Grammar Schools via Birmingham Coach Station and Sidwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Torquay?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Torquay. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Paignton via Birmingham New Street and Newton Abbot. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 51m.

How far is it from Preston to Torquay?

The distance between Preston and Torquay is 309 miles. The road distance is 281.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Torquay without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 51m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 51m to get from Preston to Torquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Torquay bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Torquay train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Torquay?

The best way to get from Preston to Torquay is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 51m and costs £120 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 10h 22m.

Where does the Preston to Torquay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Torquay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Torquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Torquay is 282 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Preston to Torquay.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Torquay?

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Newton Abbottrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 51m
£122–186
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
10h 22m
£50–81
Drive 279.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Torquaycar 279.9 mi
4h 37m
£69–100
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 Newton Abbottrain
9h 32m
£121–212

Preston to Torquay by train

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Distance: 307 mi
Duration: 6h 51m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Paignton via Birmingham New Street and Newton Abbot in around 6h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Torquay Grammar Schools via Birmingham Coach Station, Bampfylde Street, and Sidwell Street in around 10h 22m.

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