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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Walsall is to bus which costs £14 - £26 and takes 4h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Walsall is to drive which takes 1h 38m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Walsall?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Walsall station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Walsall Bus Station via Old Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Walsall?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Walsall. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Walsall via Crewe and Rugeley Trent Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Preston to Walsall?

The distance between Preston and Walsall is 100 miles. The road distance is 97.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Walsall without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 50m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 50m to get from Preston to Walsall, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Walsall bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Walsall train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Walsall?

The best way to get from Preston to Walsall is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £14 - £26 and takes 4h 29m.

Where does the Preston to Walsall bus arrive?

Preston to Walsall bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Preston to Walsall train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Walsall?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Walsall is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 38m to drive from Preston to Walsall.

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

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Where can I stay near Walsall?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Walsall 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 via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Rugeley Trent Valley
3. Take the train from Rugeley Trent Valley to Walsall
2h 50m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk030
4h 29m
£14–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester AirportBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Hatherton Rd424
4h 1m
£27–48
Drive 97.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Walsall97.1 mi
1h 38m
£24–35
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to WolverhamptonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to WalsallWolverhampton - Walsall / ...
3h 12m
£24–76

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Walsall.

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Distance: 99.2 mi
Duration: 2h 50m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Walsall via Crewe and Rugeley Trent Valley in around 2h 50m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Newhall St hourly. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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