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

The cheapest way to get from Walsall to Preston is to bus which costs £21 - £55 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Walsall to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Walsall and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hatherton Street and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Walsall and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Walsall to Preston. However, there are services departing from Darlaston and arriving at Preston via Wolverhampton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

How far is it from Walsall to Preston?

The distance between Walsall and Preston is 95 miles. The road distance is 97.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Walsall to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 16m to get from Walsall to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Preston bus from?

Walsall to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Hatherton Street station.

Where do I catch the Walsall to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Walsall to Preston?

The best way to get from Walsall to Preston is to train which takes 2h 16m and costs £30 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £55 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Walsall to Preston bus arrive?

Walsall to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Walsall to Preston train arrive?

Walsall to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Walsall to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Walsall to Preston is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Walsall to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Walsall to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 9 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 16m
£31–59
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hatherton Street to Bus Stationbus 424
3h 20m
£21–55
Drive 97.4 mi
1. Drive from Walsall to Prestoncar 97.4 mi
1h 38m
£24–35
Line 9 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Walsall Bus Station to Culwell Streetbus 9 / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
3h 41m
£40–79

Walsall to Preston by train

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Distance: 94.5 mi
Duration: 2h 16m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Wolverhampton to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Hatherton Street to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £21–55 and the journey takes 3h 20m.

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