What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Exeter Coach Station?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Exeter Coach Station is to bus which costs £18 - £75 and takes 7h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Exeter Coach Station?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Exeter Coach Station is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Exeter Coach Station?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Exeter Coach Station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bampfylde Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Exeter Coach Station?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Exeter Coach Station. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Exeter St Davids via Manchester Piccadilly and Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 47m.

How far is it from Preston to Exeter Coach Station?

The distance between Preston and Exeter Coach Station is 270 miles. The road distance is 261 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Exeter Coach Station without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Exeter Coach Station without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 46m and costs £55 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Exeter Coach Station?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Preston to Exeter Coach Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Exeter Coach Station bus from?

Preston to Exeter Coach Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Exeter Coach Station train from?

Preston to Exeter Coach Station train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Exeter Coach Station?

The best way to get from Preston to Exeter Coach Station is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 46m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £75 and takes 7h 57m.

Where does the Preston to Exeter Coach Station bus arrive?

Preston to Exeter Coach Station bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Exeter Coach Station train arrive?

Preston to Exeter Coach Station train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Exeter Coach Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Exeter Coach Station is 261 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Preston to Exeter Coach Station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Exeter Coach Station?

Book your Preston to Exeter Coach Station bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Exeter Coach Station?

There are 1353+ hotels available in Exeter Coach Station.

Preston to Exeter Coach Station - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Exeter Coach Station by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Exeter St DavidsEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
5h 46m
£58–219
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street
7h 57m
£19–73
Drive 259.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Exeter Coach Station259.5 mi
4h 14m
£65–94
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Exeter (EXT)MAN - EXT
4h 17m
£91–308
Train
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
8h 47m
£92–189

Preston to Exeter Coach Station by train and bus

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Distance: 268.5 mi
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Exeter Coach Station, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Cheeke Street via Birmingham New Street, Exeter St Davids, and St Davids Station in around 5h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bampfylde Street via Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 7h 57m.

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