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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Thame is to bus which costs £28 - £80 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Thame is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Thame?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Thame. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Town Hall via Birmingham Coach Station and High Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

How far is it from Preston to Thame?

The distance between Preston and Thame is 176 miles. The road distance is 178.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Thame without a car is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £35 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 38m to get from Preston to Thame, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Thame bus from?

Preston to Thame bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stn station.

Train or bus from Preston to Thame?

The best way to get from Preston to Thame is to train which takes 4h 38m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £80 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Preston to Thame bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Thame?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Thame is 178 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Preston to Thame.

Where can I stay near Thame?

There are 1372+ hotels available in Thame.

Preston to Thame - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Thame by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Haddenham & Thame ParkwayBirmingham Moor Street - London Marylebone / ...
4h 38m
£39–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Gloucester Green Bus Station423 / ...
6h 38m
£28–80
Drive 177.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Thame177.2 mi
3h 15m
£44–64
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Lewknor Turn M40 J6
5h 13m
£70–234
Train, line 400 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Oxford
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Town Hall400
5h 53m
£31–140
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk030
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to OxfordManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
6h 46m
£38–87

Preston to Thame by train, foot, and bus

101Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175 mi
Duration: 4h 38m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Cricket Ground via Birmingham New Street, Birmingham Moor Street, Haddenham & Thame Parkway, and Station Bridge in around 4h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Town Hall via Birmingham Coach Station, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and High Street in around 6h 38m.

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