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

The cheapest way to get from Launceston to Preston is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Launceston to Preston is to drive which takes 5h 6m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Launceston and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Launceston to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Prouts Court Flats and arriving at Bus Station via West Street, Bampfylde Street, Bristol Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 59m.

How far is it from Launceston to Preston?

The distance between Launceston and Preston is 313 miles. The road distance is 298.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Launceston to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 50m and costs £50 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 7h 50m to get from Launceston to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Launceston to Preston bus from?

Launceston to Preston bus services, operated by Dartline Coaches, depart from West Street station.

Train or bus from Launceston to Preston?

The best way to get from Launceston to Preston is to train via Birmingham which takes 7h 50m and costs £50 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 59m.

Where does the Launceston to Preston bus arrive?

Launceston to Preston bus services, operated by Dartline Coaches, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Launceston to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Launceston to Preston is 298 miles. It takes approximately 5h 6m to drive from Launceston to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2125+ hotels available in Preston.

Launceston to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 179 bus

There are 7 ways to get from Launceston to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain Plymouth - Sheffield / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
7h 50m
£51–227
Bus
1. Take the bus from West Street to Bus Stationbus 66
2. Take the bus from Bampfylde Street to Bus Stationbus 101 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
4. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus
12h 59m
Drive 296.5 mi
1. Drive from Launceston to Prestoncar 296.5 mi
5h 6m
£73–105
Line 179 bus, bus to Newquay Cornwall Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Westgate Street to Callywith College Car Parkbus
2. Take the bus from Asda to Bus Stationbus
3. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane NQY - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 18m
£60–260
Train
1. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Cardiff Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
11h 22m
£75–210
Line 306 bus, train to Exeter, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Prouts Court Flats to Railway Stationbus
2. Take the train from Okehampton to Exeter St Davidstrain
3. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 16m
£82–292
Fly Newquay Cornwall Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Newquay Cornwall Airport (NQY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane NQY - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
10h 29m
£84–328

Launceston to Preston by bus and train

93Weekly Services

7h 50mAverage Duration

£51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 311.3 mi
Duration: 7h 50m

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

You can take a bus from Prouts Court Flats to Preston via Railway Station, Okehampton, Exeter St Davids, and Birmingham New Street in around 7h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Prouts Court Flats to Bus Station via West Street, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, Bristol Bus Station, and Shudehill Interchange in around 12h 59m.

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