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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Walsall is to bus via Dale End which costs £14 - £26 and takes 4h 30m.

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 £24 - £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 Crewe and Rugeley Trent Valley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

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 44m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m 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 via Crewe which takes 2h 44m and costs . 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 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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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to 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 44m
Bus via Dale End
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk030
4h 30m
£14–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Hatherton Rd424
3h 30m
£21–29
Drive 97.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Walsall97.1 mi
1h 38m
£25–35
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to WolverhamptonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Wolverhampton to WalsallWolverhampton - Walsall / ...
3h 10m
£28–108

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 99.2 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

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 44m. 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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