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

The cheapest way to get from Southampton to Preston is to bus which costs £45 - £130 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Southampton to Preston is to fly and train which takes 3h 29m and costs £85 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Southampton and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Southampton station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Coach Station and arriving at Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Southampton and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Southampton to Preston. However, there are services departing from Southampton Central and arriving at Preston via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 2m.

How far is it from Southampton to Preston?

The distance between Southampton and Preston is 249 miles. The road distance is 241.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Southampton to Preston without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 2m and costs £110 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Southampton to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Preston bus from?

Southampton to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Southampton to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Southampton to Preston?

The best way to get from Southampton to Preston is to train via Stafford which takes 5h 2m and costs £110 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 7h 50m.

Where does the Southampton to Preston bus arrive?

Southampton to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Southampton to Preston train arrive?

Southampton to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Southampton to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Southampton to Preston is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 11m to drive from Southampton to Preston.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Southampton to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Southampton to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Stafford
best
1. Take the train from Southampton Central to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
5h 2m
£118–172
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 160
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
7h 50m
£49–122
Drive 239.7 mi
1. Drive from Southampton to Prestoncar 239.7 mi
4h 11m
£59–85
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 29m
£86–212
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 / ...
5h 19m
£131–188
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
7h 17m
£117–216
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 56m
£77–302

Southampton to Preston by train

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Distance: 247.5 mi
Duration: 5h 2m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Central to Preston via Stafford in around 5h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Station to Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 50m.

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