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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Oakham is to bus which costs £13 - £40 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Oakham is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Oakham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Oakham station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Broad Marsh Bus Station and Windsor Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Oakham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Oakham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Oakham via Crewe and Nuneaton. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Preston to Oakham?

The distance between Preston and Oakham is 157 miles. The road distance is 136.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Oakham without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Preston to Oakham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Oakham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Oakham train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Oakham?

The best way to get from Preston to Oakham is to train via Crewe which takes 3h 23m and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Preston to Oakham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Oakham train arrive?

Preston to Oakham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Crewe station.

Can I drive from Preston to Oakham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Oakham is 137 miles. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Preston to Oakham.

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

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Where can I stay near Oakham?

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Preston to Oakham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Oakham by train, bus, or car

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Nuneatontrain
3. Take the train from Nuneaton to Oakhamtrain
3h 23m
£55–185
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Greyfriar Gatebus Uk079
7h 24m
£14–37
Drive 135.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Oakhamcar 135.9 mi
2h 33m
£34–48
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Glasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Oakhamtrain Birmingham New Street - Ely / ...
4h 3m
£25–116
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Oakhamtrain
5h 12m
£39–113

Preston to Oakham by train

131Weekly Trains

3h 23mAverage Duration

£55Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Oakham.

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Distance: 156.2 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Oakham, District of Rutland, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Oakham via Crewe and Nuneaton in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Greyfriar Gate, Broad Marsh Bus Station, St Mary's Way, and Windsor Street in around 7h 24m.

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