What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to North Shields?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to North Shields is to bus which costs £14 - £27 and takes 6h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to North Shields?

The fastest way to get from Preston to North Shields is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and North Shields?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Nile Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Monument Market Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and North Shields?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to North Shields. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at North Shields via Carlisle and Monument. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 29m.

How far is it from Preston to North Shields?

The distance between Preston and North Shields is 158 miles. The road distance is 125.4 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to North Shields without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to North Shields without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £30 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Preston to North Shields?

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Preston to North Shields, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to North Shields bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to North Shields train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to North Shields?

The best way to get from Preston to North Shields is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £27 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Preston to North Shields bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to North Shields train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to North Shields?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to North Shields is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Preston to North Shields.

Where can I stay near North Shields?

There are 1893+ hotels available in North Shields.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to North Shields 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
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 29m
£31–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus Uk073
6h 39m
£15–27
Drive 124.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to North Shieldscar 124.7 mi
2h 34m
£31–45
Bus via Bolton Interchange
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172 / ...
9h 18m
£25–55

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to North Shields.

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Distance: 157.3 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

What companies run services between Preston, England and North Shields, England?

You can take a train from Preston to North Shields via Carlisle, Newcastle, and Monument in around 3h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Nile Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Monument Market Street in around 6h 39m.

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