What is the best way to travel from Plymouth to Preston?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Preston from Plymouth. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Preston from Plymouth?
You can reach Preston with just £31 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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National Express10h 55m015:30PlymouthCoach Station02:25PrestonCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 15:30:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2025 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
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CrossCountry5h 27m005:24PlymouthCentral Station10:51PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 05:24:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 10:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
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CrossCountry5h 31m006:20PlymouthCentral Station11:51PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 06:20:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 11:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 31m
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CrossCountry5h 24m007:27PlymouthCentral Station12:51PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 07:27:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 12:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £88 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 24m
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CrossCountry5h 25m009:27PlymouthCentral Station14:52PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 09:27:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 14:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £88 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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CrossCountry5h 24m010:27PlymouthCentral Station15:51PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 10:27:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 15:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £230 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 24m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
Cheapest Trains Tuesday
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National Express10h 55m015:30PlymouthCoach Station02:25PrestonCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 03/04/2025 15:30:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/04/2025 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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National Express10h 35m015:50PlymouthCoach Station02:25PrestonCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 05/04/2025 15:50:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/04/2025 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Plymouth to Preston?
You can get to Preston from Plymouth in just 5h 24m with a Train from CrossCountry. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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CrossCountry5h 24m007:27PlymouthCentral Station12:51PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 07:27:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 12:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £88 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 24m
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CrossCountry5h 24m010:27PlymouthCentral Station15:51PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 10:27:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 15:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £230 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 24m
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CrossCountry5h 25m009:27PlymouthCentral Station14:52PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 09:27:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 14:52:00. 50 Economy ticket for £88 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 25m
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CrossCountry5h 27m005:24PlymouthCentral Station10:51PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 05:24:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 10:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 27m
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CrossCountry5h 31m006:20PlymouthCentral Station11:51PrestonCentral Station0EconomyA Train from CrossCountry goes from Central Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 06:20:00 to Central Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 01/04/2025 11:51:00. 50 Economy ticket for £70 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 31m
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National Express10h 55m015:30PlymouthCoach Station02:25PrestonCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 01/04/2025 15:30:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 02/04/2025 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
Fastest Trains Tuesday
Fastest Buses Tuesday
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National Express10h 55m015:30PlymouthCoach Station02:25PrestonCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 03/04/2025 15:30:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 04/04/2025 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 55m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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National Express10h 35m015:50PlymouthCoach Station02:25PrestonCoach Station0EconomyA Bus from National Express goes from Coach Station, Plymouth (United Kingdom) at 05/04/2025 15:50:00 to Coach Station, Preston (United Kingdom) arriving at 06/04/2025 02:25:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 35m
Fastest Buses Saturday
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Bus from Plymouth to Preston
What are the most popular stations in Plymouth and Preston?
In Plymouth, you will usually depart from Central Station, Coach Station or Devonport Station, while in Preston you will be arriving at Coach Station, Central Station or Little Oaks Coach Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Preston from Plymouth? With 2 connections between 2 Train and Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Plymouth and Preston, you can pay as low as £31 with a Bus from National Express.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from CrossCountry: you will get to Preston in just 5h 24m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Plymouth and Preston are CrossCountry and National Express, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Plymouth and Preston is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Torpoint or to Bamber Bridge, and look at flights from , and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Plymouth to Preston?
The most popular companies between Plymouth and Preston, are CrossCountry and National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: National Express
Train companies: CrossCountry
All you need to know when you travel from Plymouth to Preston
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Plymouth to Preston. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Plymouth to Preston
How can I reach Preston from Plymouth?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Preston from Plymouth.
How far is Preston from Plymouth?
The distance between Plymouth and Preston is 389.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Plymouth and Preston?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 66 kgs, and a flight 96 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Plymouth to Preston?
You can get to Preston with just £31 by taking a Bus from National Express.
What is the fastest way to get from Plymouth to Preston?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Preston in just 5h 24m with a Train from CrossCountry.
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