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

The cheapest way to get from Worcester to Preston is to train and bus via Worcestershire Parkway which costs £26 - £40 and takes 5h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Worcester to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Worcester and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Worcester to Preston. However, there are services departing from Worcester Foregate Street and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Worcester to Preston?

The distance between Worcester and Preston is 130 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Worcester to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £40 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Worcester to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Worcester to Preston train from?

Worcester to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Worcester Foregate Street station.

Where does the Worcester to Preston train arrive?

Worcester to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Worcester to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Worcester to Preston is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Worcester to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2319+ hotels available in Preston.

Worcester to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Birmingham New Streettrain Hereford - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 17m
£44–82
Train, bus via Worcestershire Parkway
cheapest
1. Take the train from Worcestershire Parkway to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Bus Stationbus Uk030
5h 49m
£26–40
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Birmingham Moor Streettrain Worcester Foregate Street - Dorridge / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
5h 41m
£36–88
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Worcester to Prestoncar 129.8 mi
2h 12m
£32–47

Worcester to Preston by train

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3h 17mAverage Duration

£44Cheapest Price

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Distance: 129.1 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Worcester Foregate Street to Preston via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 17m.

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