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How to get from Birmingham to Preston?

Planning to travel to Birmingham from Preston and looking for the best transportation options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way of transportation for a trip from Birmingham to Preston, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you to find all the transportation solutions to travel between Birmingham and Preston, be it by plane, train, bus or carpool.

With detailed information about each mode of transportation and about the transport companies (Virgin Trains, Arriva Trains Wales, CrossCountry, FlixBus or National Express), you will be able to easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you're a budget traveler or looking for a quick and convenient way to get from Birmingham to Preston, we've got all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Birmingham Preston trip.

For your trip from Birmingham to Preston, you have several transportation options

Bus tickets from Birmingham to Preston

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Birmingham to Preston, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Birmingham to Preston train tickets

If you like to travel more ecologically and economically, the Birmingham Preston train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Birmingham Preston

Carpooling from Birmingham to Preston is perfect if you want to travel to Preston in good company and reduce transportation costs. But there may be limited flexibility in terms of schedules and pickup points in either Birmingham or Preston.

Whichever way you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the Birmingham to Preston transportation option that best suits your needs and budget.

Birmingham Preston Travel Information

Departure city
Birmingham
United Kingdom
England
Destination city
Preston
United Kingdom
England
Distance
94 mi
Direct connection
Yes, direct connection by bus, carpooling and train
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Plan your trip from Birmingham to Preston easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Birmingham to Preston easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available transportation options like flights, trains, buses and carpools according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find in a few clicks the tickets between Birmingham and Preston that best suit your needs. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines like Virgin Trains, Arriva Trains Wales, CrossCountry, FlixBus or National Express to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Birmingham and Preston with peace of mind!

Comparison of the different ways to travel between Birmingham and Preston

Advantages and disadvantages of a carpooling trip from Birmingham to Preston?
Flexible Carpooling from Birmingham to Preston is often more flexible than other modes of transportation.
Economical A carpool from Birmingham to Preston is often the most economical way to travel.
Feeling insecure It may happen that you feel unsafe in the car with the driver, because of his attitude or the way he drives.
Availability Finding availability for a carpool between Birmingham and Preston can be tricky, especially if you plan ahead. Most carpools are only available a few days or weeks before departure.
Advantages and disadvantages of a bus trip from Birmingham to Preston?
On-board services Modern buses that travel between Birmingham and Preston are usually equipped with comfortable seats, air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, power outlets and toilets.
Price The price of bus tickets from Birmingham to Preston are often much cheaper than train or plane tickets to Preston (and sometimes cheaper than carpooling as well), making it an affordable option for budget-conscious travelers.
Comfort Birmingham-Preston buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and suspension quality.
Travel time Buses from Birmingham to Preston are mostly much slower than trains to Preston to cover the 94 mi distance of the trip.
Advantages and disadvantages of traveling by train from Birmingham to Preston?
Accessibility The train stations in Birmingham or Preston are located in the city center, making it easy to access other means of transportation to get to the city center.
Landscapes Trains between Birmingham and Preston often provide breathtaking scenery during the journey.
Cost Birmingham Preston train tickets can be more expensive than bus or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Flexibility Birmingham Preston train schedules can be limited and it may be more difficult to change trains when needed.

Where to start from in Birmingham? Where do I arrive in Preston?

Birmingham Departure Bus Stations

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Departure stations in Birmingham

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Adderley Park
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Hamstead (Birmingham)
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Lea Hall
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Stechford
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Preston arrival bus stations

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Preston Arrival Stations

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Bus Birmingham Preston

The frequency of departures to Birmingham from Preston varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all bus departures to Preston, please specify your departure date and start a search on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus trip between Birmingham and Preston usually varies depending on the traffic conditions and possible stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses traveling to Preston for your travel date.

The average price of a bus ticket for the trip Birmingham-Preston varies depending on the carrier and the time of booking. On certain busy dates, prices can double! Compare all Birmingham-Preston bus prices on Vivanoda.

Buses between Birmingham and Preston usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before the trip. In any case, breaks at freeway service stations are provided.

Bus companies Birmingham Preston

FlixBus
FlixBus
National Express
National Express
MegaBus
MegaBus
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Trains Birmingham Preston

Train tickets from Birmingham to Preston can be refunded or exchanged but are usually more expensive. The cheapest tickets are non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

The average train journey time from Birmingham to Preston depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Preston are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by running a price search on Vivanoda.

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Birmingham to Preston. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transportation between Birmingham and Preston.

Trains between Birmingham and Preston are equipped with power outlets and free Wi-Fi for passengers. Power outlets are available in most cars, while the Wi-Fi connection may be unstable in some areas.

Train companies between Birmingham and Preston

Virgin Trains
Virgin Trains
Arriva Trains Wales
Arriva Trains Wales
CrossCountry
CrossCountry
London Midland
London Midland
First TransPennine Express
First TransPennine Express
Northern Rail
Northern Rail
ScotRail
ScotRail
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Carpool Birmingham Preston

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transportation modes between Birmingham and Preston, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pickup locations.

The average cost of a carpool ride from Birmingham to Preston depends on several factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, as well as the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimation of the price and availability of a carpooling trip Birmingham-Preston, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

The number of seats available in a carpool from Birmingham to Preston depends on the driver and the type of vehicle being used. In general, a driver can offer between 1 and 4 seats.

Carpool drivers often have restrictions on large luggage due to the limited space in the vehicle. It is therefore recommended that you contact the driver prior to your Birmingham Preston trip to discuss these issues.

Carpooling platform Birmingham Preston

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