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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Gosforth is to bus which costs £12 - £45 and takes 5h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Gosforth is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Gosforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Gosforth. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Great North Road-The Drive via Shudehill Interchange and John Dobson Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Gosforth?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Gosforth. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ilford Road via Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Preston to Gosforth?

The distance between Preston and Gosforth is 153 miles. The road distance is 122.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Gosforth without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 30m and costs £22 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Preston to Gosforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Gosforth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Gosforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Gosforth?

The best way to get from Preston to Gosforth is to train via Carlisle which takes 3h 30m and costs £22 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £12 - £45 and takes 5h 35m.

Where does the Preston to Gosforth bus arrive?

Preston to Gosforth bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Gosforth train arrive?

Preston to Gosforth train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Gosforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Gosforth is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Preston to Gosforth.

Where can I stay near Gosforth?

There are 1974+ hotels available in Gosforth.

Preston to Gosforth - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 152 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Gosforth 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 via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to CarlisleLondon Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to NewcastleCarlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
3h 30m
£22–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to John Dobson StreetUk073
5h 35m
£13–45
Drive 121.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Gosforth121.5 mi
2h 31m
£31–44
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to NewcastleLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 58m
£27–125
Line 152 bus, line 591 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Station591
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Station183 / ...
7h 33m

Preston to Gosforth by train and subway

110Weekly Services

3h 30mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 152.2 mi
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Ilford Road via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Central Station in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Great North Road-The Drive via Shudehill Interchange and John Dobson Street in around 5h 35m.

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