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

The cheapest way to get from Witney to Preston is to bus and train which costs £30 - £60 and takes 5h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Witney to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Witney and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Witney to Preston. However, there are services departing from Oxford and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 56m.

How far is it from Witney to Preston?

The distance between Witney and Preston is 186 miles. The road distance is 171.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Witney to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 56m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 56m to get from Witney to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Witney to Preston train from?

Witney to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Oxford station.

Where does the Witney to Preston train arrive?

Witney to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Witney to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Witney to Preston is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Witney to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2235+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Oxford to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 56m
£68–108
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Square to Royal Wellbus X52
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Abus Cf4
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
5h 47m
£34–56
Drive 170.8 mi
1. Drive from Witney to Prestoncar 170.8 mi
3h 9m
£42–61
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Hanborough to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 55m
£110–338
Train
1. Take the train from Oxford to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 27m
£77–122
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Banbury to Birmingham Moor Streettrain London Marylebone - Birmingham Moor Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 11m
£36–58

Witney to Preston by bus and train

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Distance: 185 mi
Duration: 4h 56m

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

You can take a bus from Market Square to Preston via Frideswide Square, Oxford, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 56m.

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