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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Devon is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Devon is to drive which takes 4h 37m and costs £65 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Devon?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Devon. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Coach House via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Devon?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Devon. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

How far is it from Preston to Devon?

The distance between Preston and Devon is 280 miles. The road distance is 267.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Devon without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 24m and costs £100 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Preston to Devon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Devon bus from?

Preston to Devon bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Devon train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Devon?

The best way to get from Preston to Devon is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 24m and costs £100 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 9h 55m.

Where does the Preston to Devon bus arrive?

Preston to Devon bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Devon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Devon?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Devon is 268 miles. It takes approximately 4h 37m to drive from Preston to Devon.

Where can I stay near Devon?

There are 1524+ hotels available in Devon.

Preston to Devon - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Devon by train, bus, or car

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St Davidstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 24m
£107–169
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 111 / ...
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Streetbus 104 / ...
9h 55m
£43–79
Drive 266.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Devoncar 266.4 mi
4h 37m
£66–96
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain
3. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Exeter St Davidstrain
9h 36m
£111–208

Preston to Devon by train and bus

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6h 24mAverage Duration

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Distance: 278.2 mi
Duration: 6h 24m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Coach House via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and Clifton Place in around 6h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Coach House via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, Bampfylde Street, and Bus Station in around 9h 55m.

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