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

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Trains and Carpool for the journey to Birmingham from Preston. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 6 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
3h 10m
$16
$29
7
Train
1h 48m
$17
$42
14
Car
2h 0m
$18
$18
1

What is the cheapest way to reach Birmingham from Preston?

You can get to Birmingham with just $16 by taking a Bus from National Express, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Friday
from $22
Saturday
from $22
Sunday
from $19
Monday
from $17
Tuesday
from $17
Wednesday
from $16
Thursday
from $17

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    7h 13m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    4:10 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • City Connect 36
    7h 13m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    2:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $50

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    3:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    5h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    3:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • City Connect 36
    7h 40m
    0
    6:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $45
  • Cheapest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 53m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $70
  • Northern
    2h 43m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    8:33 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $70

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 23m
    0
    11:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    1:41 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $28
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 23m
    0
    1:18 PM
    Preston
    Central Station
    3:41 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $34
  • Northern
    2h 44m
    0
    10:22 AM
    Preston
    Lostock Hall Train Station
    1:06 PM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $70
  • Northern
    2h 41m
    0
    12:25 PM
    Preston
    Lostock Hall Train Station
    3:06 PM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $70

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    7h 8m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    3:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19

    Cheapest Trains Tuesday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 49m
    0
    8:17 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    10:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $17
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 48m
    0
    7:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    9:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $19
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 49m
    0
    9:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    11:07 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $21
  • Northern
    2h 35m
    0
    6:21 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    8:56 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $70
  • Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    7h 8m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • City Connect 36
    7h 8m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $44

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $16
  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • City Connect 36
    7h 8m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $45
  • Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Preston
    12:30 PM
    Birmingham
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $18

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    7h 8m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • City Connect 36
    7h 8m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $44
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 49m
    0
    8:17 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    10:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $17
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 48m
    0
    7:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    9:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $21
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 49m
    0
    9:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    11:07 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $21
  • Northern
    2h 12m
    0
    6:54 AM
    Preston
    Lostock Hall Train Station
    9:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $26

What are the fastest trips from Preston to Birmingham?

You can get to Birmingham from Preston in just 1h 48m with a Train from Avanti West Coast. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Friday
from 3h 35m
Saturday
from 1h 53m
Sunday
from 2h 23m
Monday
from 3h 10m
Tuesday
from 1h 48m
Wednesday
from 2h 0m
Thursday
from 1h 48m

    Fastest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    6h 35m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    4:10 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • City Connect 36
    6h 35m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    4:10 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $50
  • National Express
    7h 13m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22

    Fastest Trains Saturday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 53m
    0
    5:32 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    7:25 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $70
  • Northern
    2h 43m
    0
    5:50 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    8:33 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $70
  • Fastest Buses Saturday

  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $25
  • National Express
    5h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    3:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    3:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $22
  • City Connect 36
    6h 20m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    3:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $45

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 23m
    0
    11:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    1:41 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $28
  • Avanti West Coast
    2h 23m
    0
    1:18 PM
    Preston
    Central Station
    3:41 PM
    Birmingham
    Marston Green Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $34
  • Northern
    2h 40m
    0
    2:26 PM
    Preston
    Lostock Hall Train Station
    5:06 PM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $70
  • Northern
    2h 41m
    0
    12:25 PM
    Preston
    Lostock Hall Train Station
    3:06 PM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $70
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $31
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19

    Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    6h 20m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    3:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • National Express
    7h 8m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19

    Fastest Trains Tuesday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 48m
    0
    7:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    9:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $19
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 49m
    0
    8:17 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    10:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $17
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 49m
    0
    9:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    11:07 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $21
  • Northern
    2h 35m
    0
    6:21 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    8:56 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $70
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $19
  • City Connect 36
    6h 35m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    4:10 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $46
  • National Express
    7h 8m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19

    Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    10:30 AM
    Preston
    12:30 PM
    Birmingham
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $18
  • Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • FlixBus
    3h 35m
    0
    2:25 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:00 PM
    Birmingham
    Great Charles St Queensway
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $16
  • City Connect 36
    6h 35m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    4:10 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $48

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 48m
    0
    7:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    9:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $21
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 49m
    0
    8:17 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    10:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $17
  • Avanti West Coast
    1h 49m
    0
    9:18 AM
    Preston
    Central Station
    11:07 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    from $21
  • Northern
    2h 12m
    0
    6:54 AM
    Preston
    Lostock Hall Train Station
    9:06 AM
    Birmingham
    New Street Train Station
    0
    Northern
    Economy
    from $26
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    3h 10m
    0
    3:15 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    6:25 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $17
  • National Express
    4h 10m
    0
    10:20 PM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    2:30 AM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $19
  • City Connect 36
    6h 35m
    0
    9:35 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station (Stand 27)
    4:10 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    City Connect 36
    Economy
    $46
  • National Express
    7h 8m
    0
    6:47 AM
    Preston
    Bus Station
    1:55 PM
    Birmingham
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    $20
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Preston to Birmingham

What are the most popular stations in Preston and Birmingham?

In Preston, you will usually depart from Bus Station, Central Station or Little Oaks Bus Stop, while in Birmingham you will be arriving at New Street Train Station, Moor Street or Great Charles St Queensway, 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 Birmingham from Preston? With 7 connections between 6 Bus, Train and Carpool 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 Birmingham, you can pay as low as $16 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 Avanti West Coast: you will get to Birmingham in just 1h 48m.

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 Birmingham are National Express, City Connect 36 and Avanti West Coast, 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 Birmingham 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 Erdington, and look at flights from Blackpool Airport, and landing at Birmingham 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 Preston to Birmingham?

The most popular companies between Preston and Birmingham, are National Express, City Connect 36 and Avanti West Coast. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express, City Connect 36 and FlixBus

Train companies: Avanti West Coast and Northern

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Preston to Birmingham. 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 Birmingham

How can I reach Birmingham from Preston?

Every day, there are on average 7 connections between Bus, Train and Carpool, with which you can get to Birmingham from Preston.

How far is Birmingham from Preston?

The distance between Preston and Birmingham is 94.5 miles.

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

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 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 26 kgs, and a flight 37 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Preston to Birmingham?

You can get to Birmingham with just $16 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

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 Birmingham in just 1h 48m with a Train from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Preston and to Birmingham

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

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