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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Rushden is to bus which costs £29 - £70 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Rushden is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Rushden?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Rushden. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby via Shudehill Interchange, Lake and Northampton Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Preston to Rushden?

The distance between Preston and Rushden is 174 miles. The road distance is 168.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Rushden without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 18m and costs £24 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Preston to Rushden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Rushden bus from?

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

Where does the Preston to Rushden bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Rushden?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Rushden is 169 miles. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Preston to Rushden.

Where can I stay near Rushden?

There are 825+ hotels available in Rushden.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Rushden 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Coventry
2. Take the train from Coventry to Northampton
3. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Rushden) Skinners Hill LaybyX47 / ...
5h 18m
£24–122
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Lake
3. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Rushden) Skinners Hill LaybyX47 / ...
7h 24m
£30–67
Drive 167.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Rushden167.9 mi
2h 48m
£41–59
Train, bus via Manchester
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Park707 / ...
4. Take the bus from Northampton Bus Interchange to (Rushden) Skinners Hill LaybyX47 / ...
8h 6m
£34–81

Preston to Rushden by train and bus

103Weekly Services

5h 18mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 173.2 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Rushden, Northamptonshire, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to (Rushden) Skinners Hill Layby via Shudehill Interchange, Lake, and Northampton Bus Interchange in around 7h 24m.

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