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

The cheapest way to get from Weymouth to Preston is to drive which costs £60 - £95 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Weymouth to Preston is to drive which takes 4h 51m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct train between Weymouth and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Weymouth to Preston. However, there are services departing from Weymouth and arriving at Preston via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

How far is it from Weymouth to Preston?

The distance between Weymouth and Preston is 280 miles. The road distance is 255.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Weymouth to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 42m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 42m to get from Weymouth to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Weymouth to Preston train from?

Weymouth to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Weymouth station.

Where does the Weymouth to Preston train arrive?

Weymouth to Preston train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Temple Meads station.

Can I drive from Weymouth to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Weymouth to Preston is 255 miles. It takes approximately 4h 51m to drive from Weymouth to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2303+ hotels available in Preston.

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bristol Temple Meadstrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
6h 42m
£107–180
Drive 253.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Weymouth to Prestoncar 253.8 mi
4h 51m
£63–91
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 57m
£107–256
Train
1. Take the train from Weymouth to Bournemouthtrain
2. Take the train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
7h 41m
£132–215
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Weymouth 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
6h 26m
£113–349

Weymouth to Preston by train

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Distance: 278.8 mi
Duration: 6h 42m

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

You can take a train from Weymouth to Preston via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street in around 6h 42m.

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