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

The cheapest way to get from Somerset to Preston is to bus which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Somerset to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £55 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Somerset and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Somerset to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Huntworth Lane M5 and arriving at Preston Bus Station via Bristol Bus Station and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Somerset and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Somerset to Preston. However, there are services departing from Taunton and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Somerset to Preston?

The distance between Somerset and Preston is 246 miles. The road distance is 224.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Somerset to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 2m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 2m to get from Somerset to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Preston bus from?

Somerset to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, depart from Huntworth Lane M5 station.

Where do I catch the Somerset to Preston train from?

Somerset to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Taunton station.

Train or bus from Somerset to Preston?

The best way to get from Somerset to Preston is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 2m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £40 and takes 8h 14m.

Where does the Somerset to Preston bus arrive?

Somerset to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach South West, arrive at Cabot Circus station.

Where does the Somerset to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Somerset to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Somerset to Preston is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Somerset to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2321+ hotels available in Preston.

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Taunton to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Edinburgh / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 2m
£108–166
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Cabot Circusbus Fal
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Preston Bus Stationbus
8h 14m
£23–38
Drive 222.8 mi
1. Drive from Somerset to Prestoncar 222.8 mi
3h 40m
£55–80
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Taunton to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 52m
£107–253
Train
1. Take the train from Weston-super-Mare to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
9h 24m
£95–178

Somerset to Preston by bus and train

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Distance: 244.2 mi
Duration: 6h 2m

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

You can take a bus from Branchflower Farm to Preston via Taunton Town Centre K, Castle Way, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, Taunton, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Huntworth Lane M5 to Preston Bus Station via Cabot Circus, Bristol Bus Station, and Manchester, Shudehill Interchange in around 8h 14m.

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