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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Bournemouth is to drive which costs £60 - £90 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Bournemouth is to train and fly which takes 3h 50m and costs £90 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Bournemouth?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Bournemouth. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Preston to Bournemouth?

The distance between Preston and Bournemouth is 278 miles. The road distance is 248.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Bournemouth without a car is to train which takes 5h 37m and costs £120 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 5h 37m to get from Preston to Bournemouth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bournemouth train from?

Preston to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Bournemouth train arrive?

Preston to Bournemouth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Bournemouth?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Bournemouth is 249 miles. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Preston to Bournemouth.

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

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Where can I stay near Bournemouth?

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Preston to Bournemouth - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Bournemouth by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bournemouthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
5h 37m
£122–189
Drive 247.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Bournemouthcar 247.5 mi
4h 33m
£61–88
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Bournemouthtrain
3h 50m
£93–199
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
4. Take the train from Reading to Bournemouthtrain
6h 6m
£125–359

Preston to Bournemouth by train

104Weekly Trains

5h 37mAverage Duration

£122Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.1 mi
Duration: 5h 37m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Bournemouth via Birmingham New Street in around 5h 37m.

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