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

The cheapest way to get from Middlesbrough to Preston is to bus which costs £12 - £50 and takes 4h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Middlesbrough to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Middlesbrough and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Middlesbrough station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station Stand 11 and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Middlesbrough and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Middlesbrough to Preston. However, there are services departing from Middlesbrough and arriving at Preston via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Middlesbrough to Preston?

The distance between Middlesbrough and Preston is 150 miles. The road distance is 102.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £29 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Middlesbrough to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Preston bus from?

Middlesbrough to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station Stand 11.

Where do I catch the Middlesbrough to Preston train from?

Middlesbrough to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Middlesbrough station.

Train or bus from Middlesbrough to Preston?

The best way to get from Middlesbrough to Preston is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £29 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £50 and takes 4h 37m.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Preston bus arrive?

Middlesbrough to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Middlesbrough to Preston train arrive?

Middlesbrough to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Middlesbrough to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Middlesbrough to Preston is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Middlesbrough to Preston.

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

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

Book your Middlesbrough to Preston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

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Middlesbrough to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Middlesbrough to Preston by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to Manchester Oxford RoadRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to PrestonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
3h 34m
£29–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Shudehill InterchangeUk073
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk030
4h 37m
£12–50
Drive 101.9 mi
1. Drive from Middlesbrough to Preston101.9 mi
1h 58m
£26–37
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Middlesbrough to LeedsRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
3h 50m
£24–98
Bus, line 508 bus, line 591 bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halifax Bus Station508
3. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Bus Station591
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Stand152
6h 5m

Middlesbrough to Preston by train

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Distance: 149.3 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Middlesbrough to Preston via Manchester Oxford Road in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station Stand 11 to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 37m.

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