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 £35 - £90 and takes 6h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Dunstable is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £80 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Dunstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Dunstable. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Asda via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Luton Station Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

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 12m.

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 12m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m 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 Bus 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 12m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £100 and takes 6h 16m.

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 12m 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 - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Preston to Dunstable by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Leagravetrain Brighton - Bedford / ...
3h 12m
£82–158
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Central station to The Quadrantbus X1 / ...
3h 21m
£30–97
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 541 / ...
6h 16m
£39–97
Drive 182.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Dunstablecar 182.7 mi
3h 12m
£44–64
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
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 Farringdon to Lutontrain
5h 5m
£99–333
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bletchleytrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston
6h 55m
£38–85
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
5h 52m
£68–152
Train to Liverpool, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane LPL - LTN
5h 55m
£68–202

Preston to Dunstable by train and foot

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3h 12mAverage Duration

£82Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.8 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Asda via Manchester Central Coach Station, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Luton Station Interchange in around 6h 16m.

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