What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Wimborne Minster?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Wimborne Minster is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Wimborne Minster?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Wimborne Minster is to drive which takes 4h 29m and costs £60 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Wimborne Minster?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Wimborne Minster. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Square via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Bournemouth Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Wimborne Minster?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Wimborne Minster. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Bournemouth via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Preston to Wimborne Minster?

The distance between Preston and Wimborne Minster is 287 miles. The road distance is 246.8 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Wimborne Minster without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Wimborne Minster without a car is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £110 - £190.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Wimborne Minster?

It takes approximately 6h 49m to get from Preston to Wimborne Minster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Wimborne Minster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Wimborne Minster train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Wimborne Minster?

The best way to get from Preston to Wimborne Minster is to train which takes 6h 49m and costs £110 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 8h 33m.

Where does the Preston to Wimborne Minster bus arrive?

Preston to Wimborne Minster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Wimborne Minster train arrive?

Preston to Wimborne Minster train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Preston to Wimborne Minster?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Wimborne Minster is 247 miles. It takes approximately 4h 29m to drive from Preston to Wimborne Minster.

Where can I stay near Wimborne Minster?

There are 2631+ hotels available in Wimborne Minster.

Preston to Wimborne Minster - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Wimborne Minster by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Staffordtrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 49m
£114–183
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Bournemouth Stationbus 035 / ...
8h 33m
£44–78
Drive 245.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Wimborne Minstercar 245.4 mi
4h 29m
£61–89
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
5h 3m
£97–233
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bournemouth Stationbus
6h 48m
£83–280

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Distance: 285.4 mi
Duration: 6h 49m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Wimborne Minster, Dorset, England?

You can take a train from Preston to The Coach and Horses via Stafford, Bournemouth, and Bournemouth Station in around 6h 49m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Square via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and Bournemouth Station in around 8h 33m.

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