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

The cheapest way to get from Solihull to Preston is to bus via Newhall St which costs £14 - £25 and takes 5h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Solihull to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Solihull and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Solihull to Preston. However, there are services departing from Solihull Hospital and arriving at Coach Stn via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h.

How far is it from Solihull to Preston?

The distance between Solihull and Preston is 118 miles. The road distance is 114.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Solihull to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £19 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 3h 29m to get from Solihull to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Solihull to Preston bus from?

Solihull to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Birmingham Coach Station.

Train or bus from Solihull to Preston?

The best way to get from Solihull to Preston is to train which takes 3h 29m and costs £19 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 5h.

Where does the Solihull to Preston bus arrive?

Solihull to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Coach Stn station.

Can I drive from Solihull to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Solihull to Preston is 115 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Solihull to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2133+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Birmingham International to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 29m
£19–82
Bus via Newhall St
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk030
5h 26m
£14–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stn181 / ...
5h
£18–38
Drive 113.9 mi
1. Drive from Solihull to Preston113.9 mi
2h 2m
£29–41

Solihull to Preston by bus and train

70Weekly Services

3h 29mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 117.3 mi
Duration: 3h 29m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Birmingham International to Preston every 3 hours. Tickets cost £17–60 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Coach Stn every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–35 and the journey takes 3h 25m.

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