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What is the best way to travel from Preston to Plymouth?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains and Buses to Plymouth from Preston. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
10h 50m
£31
£31
1
Train
6h 27m
£88
£141
6

What is the cheapest way to reach Plymouth from Preston?

You can reach Plymouth 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.

Friday
from £115
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from £88
Thursday
from £31

    Cheapest Trains Friday

  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 29m
    0
    07:18
    Preston
    Central Station
    13:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 30m
    0
    08:17
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115
  • Northern
    6h 27m
    0
    06:21
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £211

    Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 29m
    0
    07:18
    Preston
    Central Station
    13:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £88
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 30m
    0
    08:17
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £88
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115
  • Northern
    6h 27m
    0
    06:21
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £188
  • Northern
    6h 27m
    0
    08:20
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £235

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31

What are the fastest trips from Preston to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth from Preston in just 6h 27m with a Train from Northern. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Friday
from 6h 27m
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
from 6h 27m
Thursday
from 10h 50m

    Fastest Trains Friday

  • Northern
    6h 27m
    0
    06:21
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £211
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 29m
    0
    07:18
    Preston
    Central Station
    13:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 30m
    0
    08:17
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115

    Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Northern
    6h 27m
    0
    06:21
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £188
  • Northern
    6h 27m
    0
    08:20
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from £235
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 29m
    0
    07:18
    Preston
    Central Station
    13:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £88
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 30m
    0
    08:17
    Preston
    Central Station
    14:47
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £88
  • Avanti West Coast
    6h 48m
    0
    06:00
    Preston
    Central Station
    12:48
    Plymouth
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from £115

    Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    10h 50m
    0
    03:15
    Preston
    Coach Station
    14:05
    Plymouth
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £31
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Preston to Plymouth

What are the most popular stations in Preston and Plymouth?

In Preston, you will usually depart from Coach Station, Central Station or Little Oaks Coach Stop, while in Plymouth you will be arriving at Central Station, Coach Station or Devonport Station, 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 Plymouth from Preston? With 3 connections between 3 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 Preston and Plymouth, 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 Northern: you will get to Plymouth in just 6h 27m.

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 Preston and Plymouth are Avanti West Coast, Northern 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 Preston and Plymouth 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 Bamber Bridge or to Torpoint, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at . 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 Preston to Plymouth?

The most popular companies between Preston and Plymouth, are Avanti West Coast, Northern and National Express. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express

Train companies: Avanti West Coast and Northern

All you need to know when you travel from Preston to Plymouth

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Preston to Plymouth. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Preston to Plymouth

How can I reach Plymouth from Preston?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Train and Bus, with which you can get to Plymouth from Preston.

How far is Plymouth from Preston?

The distance between Preston and Plymouth is 389.3 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Preston and Plymouth?

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 Preston to Plymouth?

You can get to Plymouth with just £31 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

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 Plymouth in just 6h 27m with a Train from Northern.

More routes to Preston and to Plymouth

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Preston and to Plymouth. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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