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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Nottingham is to bus which costs £9 - £28 and takes 4h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Nottingham is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Greyfriar Gate via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Nottingham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Nottingham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Nottingham via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Preston to Nottingham?

The distance between Preston and Nottingham is 114 miles. The road distance is 104.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Nottingham without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £23 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Preston to Nottingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Nottingham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Nottingham train from?

Preston to Nottingham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Nottingham?

The best way to get from Preston to Nottingham is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £23 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £9 - £28 and takes 4h 36m.

Where does the Preston to Nottingham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Nottingham train arrive?

Preston to Nottingham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Nottingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Nottingham is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Preston to Nottingham.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Nottingham?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Nottingham?

Book your Preston to Nottingham bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Nottingham?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester PiccadillyPreston - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to NottinghamLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
3h 15m
£24–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Greyfriar GateUk079
4h 36m
£10–28
Drive 104 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Nottingham104 mi
2h 12m
£26–37
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Preston to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to NottinghamLeeds - Nottingham / ...
4h 22m
£28–102

Preston to Nottingham by train

114Weekly Trains

3h 15mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Preston to Nottingham.

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Distance: 113.5 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Nottingham via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Greyfriar Gate via Shudehill Interchange in around 4h 36m.

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