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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Dunstable is to bus and train which costs £25 - £70 and takes 6h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Dunstable is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Asda via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Leagrave via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Preston to Dunstable?

The distance between Preston and Dunstable is 242 miles. The road distance is 183.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Dunstable without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £60 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Preston to Dunstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Dunstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Dunstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Dunstable?

The best way to get from Preston to Dunstable is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £60 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £60 and takes 5h 9m.

Where does the Preston to Dunstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Dunstable train arrive?

Preston to Dunstable train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Preston to Dunstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Dunstable is 184 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Preston to Dunstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Dunstable?

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Preston to Dunstable - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Preston to Dunstable by train, bus, car, or plane

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 London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to LeagraveBrighton - Bedford / ...
3h 11m
£62–226
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes Central
3. Take the bus from Central station to The QuadrantX2 / ...
6h 45m
£25–70
Bus
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 / ...
5h 9m
£42–59
Drive 182.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Dunstable182.7 mi
3h 10m
£46–66
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton
5h 5m
£90–271
Train, bus via Crewe
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Central
3. Take the bus from Central station to Church StreetX1
3h 22m
£32–188
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes CentralPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Central station to The QuadrantX2 / ...
4h 51m
£34–142
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)MAN - LTN
6h 2m
£66–166
Train to Liverpool, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)LPL - LTN
5h 54m
£75–204

Preston to Dunstable by train and foot

219Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.9 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Leagrave via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Asda via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Luton Station Interchange in around 5h 9m.

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