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Compare train and bus for Preston to Middlesbrough
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Middlesbrough among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $36 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 43m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, while a train costs an average of $55.
Distance: 82 miles (132 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $36 Average price Cheapest | $38 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration Fastest 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 47m Average total duration 4h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Compare ways to travel from Preston to Middlesbrough
Compare the available ways to get from Preston to Middlesbrough, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Middlesbrough:
A bus is $19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston to Middlesbrough costing on average $55.
Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 47m.
Tickets start at around $55 compared to roughly $38 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$16. The journey takes 3h 13m versus 2h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Travel optionsfrom Preston to Middlesbrough
How to get from Preston to Middlesbrough by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Preston to Middlesbrough is by taking a train because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
5:47 AM 3h49 Preston 9:36 AM Middlesbrough $53 1 One-way 0 transfers
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5:47 AM 3h49 Preston 9:36 AM Middlesbrough $53 1 One-way 0 transfers
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5:47 AM 3h49 Preston 9:36 AM Middlesbrough $53 1 One-way 0 transfers
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This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Middlesbrough:
A bus is $19 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston to Middlesbrough costing on average $55.
Other travel options to Middlesbrough take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 47m.
- Around 5 trains per day.
- Around 4 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Preston and Middlesbrough as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Preston station (PRE) and arrive in Middlesbrough station (MBR).
- Buses mostly depart from Preston, Bus Station and arrive in Middlesbrough, Bus Station.
- Travel with National Express to go to Middlesbrough by bus.
- Travel with Northern Rail, Transpennine Express to go to Middlesbrough by train.
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