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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Minehead is to bus which costs £35 - £85 and takes 10h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Minehead is to drive which takes 4h 14m and costs £55 - £90.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Minehead?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Minehead. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at The Parade via Birmingham Coach Station, Castle Way and Little Meadow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 1m.

How far is it from Preston to Minehead?

The distance between Preston and Minehead is 265 miles. The road distance is 245.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Minehead without a car is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £50 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 6h 32m to get from Preston to Minehead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Minehead bus from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Minehead?

The best way to get from Preston to Minehead is to train which takes 6h 32m and costs £50 - £200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 10h 1m.

Where does the Preston to Minehead bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Minehead?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Minehead is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 14m to drive from Preston to Minehead.

Where can I stay near Minehead?

There are 621+ hotels available in Minehead.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to TauntonEdinburgh - Plymouth / ...
6h 32m
£50–197
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station828
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to County Hall101
10h 1m
£37–81
Drive 243.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Minehead243.9 mi
4h 14m
£60–86
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Cardiff Central
3. Drive from Rhoose to Minehead
7h 18m
£78–231

Preston to Minehead by train and bus

108Weekly Services

6h 32mAverage Duration

£50Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Preston to Minehead.

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Distance: 263.4 mi
Duration: 6h 32m

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

You can take a train from Preston to The Parade via Birmingham New Street, Taunton, Taunton Rail Station Stop 1 South Side, and Little Meadow in around 6h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Parade via Birmingham Coach Station, County Hall, Castle Way, and Little Meadow in around 10h 1m.

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