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

The cheapest way to get from Salcombe to Preston is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salcombe to Preston is to drive which takes 5h 1m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct train between Salcombe and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Salcombe to Preston. However, there are services departing from Totnes and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

How far is it from Salcombe to Preston?

The distance between Salcombe and Preston is 317 miles. The road distance is 304 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salcombe to Preston without a car is to train which takes 7h 18m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 7h 18m to get from Salcombe to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salcombe to Preston train from?

Salcombe to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Totnes station.

Where does the Salcombe to Preston train arrive?

Salcombe to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Salcombe to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Salcombe to Preston is 304 miles. It takes approximately 5h 1m to drive from Salcombe to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2321+ hotels available in Preston.

Salcombe to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, line 164 bus, and plane

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Totnes to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 18m
£138–203
Drive 302.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salcombe to Prestoncar 302.2 mi
5h 1m
£75–108
Line 164 bus, train, fly
1. Take the bus from McIlwraith Road to Station Roadbus
2. Take the train from Totnes to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 7m
Train via Cardiff
1. Take the train from Totnes to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
9h 57m
£140–259

Salcombe to Preston by bus and train

76Weekly Services

7h 18mAverage Duration

£138Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315 mi
Duration: 7h 18m

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

You can take a bus from McIlwraith Road to Preston via Station Road, Totnes, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 18m.

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