Preston to Birmingham Bus or Train

Preston to Birmingham Birmingham to Preston

Preston to Birmingham Route Summary

Preston to Birmingham bus is a popular way of traveling. For this specific route there are two transport types available: bus and train. We found up to 3 bus departures, including 1 night bus. The earliest bus departs from Preston at 03:15h, arriving to Birmingham at 06:25h the same day. While latest bus departs at 03:15h, arriving at 06:25h the same day. There are 6 train departures available on this route.
Departure station and country PrestonUnited Kingdom
Arrival station and country BirminghamUnited Kingdom
Travel Distance 172 km
Average Trip Duration 03h 05min
Total Departures 3
Popular Operators National Express, Megabus UK
Lowest Price €35
Transportation Options Bus, Train


Traveling by bus from Preston to Birmingham

The shortest travel distance between Preston and Birmingham is 172 km. The fastest bus which departs at 03:15 has a travel time of h. The longest travel time on the route is 03:10h.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Birmingham earlier, there is 1 night bus departing from Preston to Birmingham. The overnight bus departs at and arrives at the same day.

Bus companies

There is a total of 2 bus companies operating the routes. These bus companies have not been rated yet by the clients. Here you can see the most popular bus companies operating this route and their overall rating.

Departure and arrival stations

If you're wanting more detailed information about either Preston or Birmingham, including general information, station and stop information and other popular routes, you can follow the links below.
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  Preston

You can see information about the departure station and stops Preston here

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  Birmingham

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Birmingham here


Cheapest ticket prices

Adult ticket: €35 (One-Way) or €70 (Return).

Trip reviews from Preston to Birmingham

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Other popular destinations from Birmingham

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Other ways of traveling between Preston and Birmingham

In case that you feel safer taking other forms of transportation, you can find alternative ways of reaching Birmingham below.

Preston to Birmingham Bus Summary

Route Overview Key Info
Departure Station Preston
Destination Station Birmingham
Daily Departures Over 3 bus departures , including more than 1 night buses.
Earliest Departures 03:15 AM
Latest Departure 03:15 AM
Travel Distance 172 km
Travel Time 03:05

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