What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Croyde Bay?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Croyde Bay is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 12h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Croyde Bay?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Croyde Bay is to drive which takes 4h 54m and costs £70 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Croyde Bay?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Croyde Bay. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ruda Holiday Park via Newhall St, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

How far is it from Preston to Croyde Bay?

The distance between Preston and Croyde Bay is 318 miles. The road distance is 288.7 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Croyde Bay without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Croyde Bay without a car is to train which takes 7h 34m and costs £85 - £260.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Croyde Bay?

It takes approximately 7h 34m to get from Preston to Croyde Bay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Croyde Bay bus from?

Preston to Croyde Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Preston to Croyde Bay?

The best way to get from Preston to Croyde Bay is to train which takes 7h 34m and costs £85 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 12h 9m.

Where does the Preston to Croyde Bay bus arrive?

Preston to Croyde Bay bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Preston to Croyde Bay?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Croyde Bay is 289 miles. It takes approximately 4h 54m to drive from Preston to Croyde Bay.

Where can I stay near Croyde Bay?

There are 2211+ hotels available in Croyde Bay.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Croyde Bay 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 Preston to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davids
3. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
7h 34m
£86–254
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station502
12h 9m
£42–79
Drive 287 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Croyde Bay287 mi
4h 54m
£71–103
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Preston to Stafford
2. Take the train from Stafford to Teignmouth
3. Take the train from Teignmouth to Barnstaple
10h 55m
£151–373
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davids
4. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Barnstaple
12h 18m
£102–196

Preston to Croyde Bay by bus

7Weekly Buses

12h 9mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Preston to Croyde Bay.

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Distance: 316.2 mi
Duration: 7h 34m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Croyde Bay, Devon, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Croyde Bay via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and Barnstaple in around 7h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Ruda Holiday Park via Newhall St, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 9m.

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