What is the cheapest way to get from Southampton Port to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Southampton Port to Preston is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Southampton Port to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Southampton Port to Preston is to fly and train which takes 3h 45m and costs £85 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Southampton Port and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton Port to Preston. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 5m.

How far is it from Southampton Port to Preston?

The distance between Southampton Port and Preston is 251 miles. The road distance is 237 miles.

How do I travel from Southampton Port to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Southampton Port to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 5m and costs £110 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Southampton Port to Preston?

It takes approximately 6h 5m to get from Southampton Port to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton Port to Preston train from?

Southampton Port to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Central station.

Where does the Southampton Port to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Southampton Port to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton Port to Preston is 237 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Southampton Port to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2375+ hotels available in Preston.

Southampton Port to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Southampton Port to Preston by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
6h 5m
£112–173
Drive 235.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Southampton Port to Prestoncar 235.6 mi
4h 17m
£58–83
Fly from Southampton Airport, train
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
3h 45m
£87–198
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 19m
£133–206
Train via Newport
1. Take the train from Southampton Central 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
8h 18m
£118–226
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 28m
£93–328

Southampton Port to Preston by bus and train

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6h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 249.1 mi
Duration: 6h 5m

What companies run services between Southampton Port, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from Regents Park Road to Preston via Central Station, Southampton Central, and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 5m.

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