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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Worcester is to bus and train via Worcestershire Parkway which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Worcester is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Worcester?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Worcester. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Worcester Foregate Street via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from Preston to Worcester?

The distance between Preston and Worcester is 130 miles. The road distance is 129.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Worcester without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from Preston to Worcester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Worcester train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Worcester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Worcester?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Worcester is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Preston to Worcester.

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

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Where can I stay near Worcester?

There are 1043+ hotels available in Worcester.

Preston to Worcester - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Worcester Foregate Streettrain Birmingham New Street - Hereford / ...
3h 13m
£45–82
Bus, train via Worcestershire Parkway
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Worcestershire Parkwaytrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 2m
£26–39
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Worcester Foregate Streettrain Dorridge - Worcester Foregate Street / ...
4h 48m
£35–86
Drive 129 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Worcestercar 129 mi
2h 15m
£32–46

Preston to Worcester by train

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Distance: 129 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Worcester Foregate Street via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 13m.

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