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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ampthill is to bus which costs £27 - £60 and takes 6h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ampthill is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Ampthill?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Ampthill. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Library via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 34m.

How far is it from Preston to Ampthill?

The distance between Preston and Ampthill is 251 miles. The road distance is 177.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ampthill without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Preston to Ampthill, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ampthill bus from?

Preston to Ampthill bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stn station.

Train or bus from Preston to Ampthill?

The best way to get from Preston to Ampthill is to train via London which takes 4h 25m and costs £65 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £60 and takes 6h 34m.

Where does the Preston to Ampthill bus arrive?

Preston to Ampthill bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Ampthill?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ampthill is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Preston to Ampthill.

Where can I stay near Ampthill?

There are 1197+ hotels available in Ampthill.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Ampthill 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to FlitwickBrighton - Bedford / ...
4h 25m
£67–248
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway540 / ...
6h 34m
£27–56
Drive 176.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Ampthill176.7 mi
3h 1m
£45–64
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes CentralPreston - London Euston / ...
4h 49m
£32–113
Bus via Northampton
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to LakeUk023
7h 53m
£29–58

Preston to Ampthill by train, foot, and bus

4Weekly Services

4h 25mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 250 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Library via London Euston, London St Pancras Intl, Flitwick, and Post Office in around 4h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Library via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Bus Station in around 6h 34m.

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