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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Walsall is to bus via Birmingham New Street which costs £14 - £40 and takes 4h 21m.

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 39m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Walsall?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Hatherton Rd. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 30m.

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 Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 27m.

How far is it from Preston to Walsall?

The distance between Preston and Walsall is 114 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 which takes 2h 27m and costs £16 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m 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 National Express, depart from Coach Stn 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 which takes 2h 27m and costs £16 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £29 and takes 3h 30m.

Where does the Preston to Walsall bus arrive?

Preston to Walsall bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Hatherton Rd station.

Where does the Preston to Walsall train arrive?

Preston to Walsall train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Walsall?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Walsall is 98 miles. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Preston to Walsall.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Walsall?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 27m
£16–84
Bus via Birmingham New Street
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Uk030
4h 21m
£14–39
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Hatherton Rdbus 424
3h 30m
£21–29
Drive 97.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Walsallcar 97.1 mi
1h 39m
£24–35

Preston to Walsall by train

101Weekly Trains

2h 27mAverage Duration

£16Cheapest Price

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Distance: 113.7 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Birmingham New Street hourly. Tickets cost £13–80 and the journey takes 1h 49m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Coach Stn to Hatherton Rd twice daily. Tickets cost £21–29 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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