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Compare train and coach for Bridgwater to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bridgwater to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £43. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £43, and a train costs an average of £237.
Distance: 294 km
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£238 Average Price | £43 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 43m Average total duration Fastest 5h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 20m Average total duration 7h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bridgwater to Preston
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Trains from Bridgwater to Preston run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £237 but you can travel from only £43 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:50, the last at 19:24. The fastest train covers the 294 km distance in 4h 16m.
Distance 294 km |
Average train duration 5h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £237 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 4h 16m |
First train 5:50 |
Last train 19:24 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Bridgwater to Preston trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Bridgwater and Preston from £43. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Bridgwater to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bridgwater to Preston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bridgwater and Preston
Most Bridgwater to Preston trains use the Bridgwater to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Bridgwater and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Bridgwater station do trains to Preston leave from?
Getting to Bridgwater from Bridgwater city centre
Bridgwater train station facilities and services
Bridgwater has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Bridgwater.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bridgwater.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bridgwater: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Bridgwater: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bridgwater: Staff help available: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B3 station – “Some step-free access, may be in one direction only.”Platform 1 (Taunton bound) has step free access. Platform 2 (Bristol bound) has step free access, however, due to severe incline from train to platform, ramp assistance onto the train is not available. If you need assistance travelling from this platform, please speak to our Passenger Assist team on 0800 197 1329. Access between platforms are via local roads as Platform 2 can only be accessed via a footbridge on station. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Preston station do trains from Bridgwater arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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