What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to West Midlands?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to West Midlands is to bus via The Hawthorns which costs £14 - £21 and takes 4h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to West Midlands?

The fastest way to get from Preston to West Midlands is to drive which takes 1h 43m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Crocketts Lane via Markets. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and West Midlands?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to West Midlands. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Smethwick Galton Bridge via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Preston to West Midlands?

The distance between Preston and West Midlands is 99 miles. The road distance is 103.4 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to West Midlands without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to West Midlands without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 16m and costs £22 - £70.

How long does it take to get from Preston to West Midlands?

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Preston to West Midlands, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to West Midlands bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to West Midlands train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to West Midlands?

The best way to get from Preston to West Midlands is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 16m and costs £22 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Preston to West Midlands bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to West Midlands train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to West Midlands?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to West Midlands is 103 miles. It takes approximately 1h 43m to drive from Preston to West Midlands.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to West Midlands?

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Where can I stay near West Midlands?

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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 Smethwick Galton Bridgetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Birmingham New Street / ...
2h 16m
£23–67
Bus via The Hawthorns
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Uk030
4h 2m
£14–21
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
3h 55m
£22–35
Drive 102.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to West Midlandscar 102.8 mi
1h 43m
£26–37
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Sandwell & Dudleytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 43m
£38–60

Preston to West Midlands by train

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Distance: 98.9 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

What companies run services between Preston, England and West Midlands, Sandwell, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Smethwick Galton Bridge via Crewe in around 2h 16m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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