How to travel from Preston to Birmingham

There are 2 options to travel between Preston and Birmingham including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Preston to Birmingham is a bus with an average price of kr151.

This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Birmingham:

A bus is kr4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston to Birmingham costing on average kr155.

The fastest way to travel from Preston to Birmingham is by train with an average journey time of 2h 36m.

Other travel options to Birmingham take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 8m.

The distance from Preston to Birmingham is approximately 95 miles (153 km).

The average frequency per day from Preston to Birmingham is:

• Around 8 trains per day.
• Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Preston and Birmingham as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Preston to Birmingham:

• Trains mostly depart from Preston station (PRE) and arrive in Birmingham New Street (BHM).
• Buses mostly depart from Preston, Bus Station and arrive in Birmingham, Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Preston to Birmingham, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail, Caledonian Sleeper to go to Birmingham by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, Megabus, National Express to go to Birmingham by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Preston to Birmingham with the following travel companies:

• 4 direct trains per day with Avanti West Coast.
• 2 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Megabus.

Omio customers who travel from Preston to Birmingham often also extend their vacation to go to London, Paris, Edinburgh, Manchester, Glasgow. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Birmingham and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Birmingham to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Birmingham, you can explore the historic Jewellery Quarter, take a canal boat tour, and visit the National SEA LIFE Centre. Enjoy performances at the Birmingham Hippodrome and discover history at the Birmingham Back to Backs. Must-see sights include the Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery, Cadbury World, Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Symphony Hall, and The Bullring shopping center.

Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Birmingham's key attractions, including its museums, culinary scene, and shopping areas.