What is the cheapest way to get from Bracknell to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Bracknell to Preston is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bracknell to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 40m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Bracknell and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Bracknell station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Bracknell Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Bracknell and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Bracknell to Preston. However, there are services departing from Bracknell and arriving at Preston via Reading and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Bracknell to Preston?

The distance between Bracknell and Preston is 213 miles. The road distance is 210.1 miles.

How do I travel from Bracknell to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Bracknell to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 57m and costs £85 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Bracknell to Preston?

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Bracknell to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bracknell to Preston bus from?

Bracknell to Preston bus services, operated by Thames Valley Buses, depart from Bracknell Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Bracknell to Preston train from?

Bracknell to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Bracknell to Preston?

The best way to get from Bracknell to Preston is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 57m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can line 703 bus and bus, which costs and takes 9h 38m.

Where does the Bracknell to Preston bus arrive?

Bracknell to Preston bus services, operated by Thames Valley Buses, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Bracknell to Preston train arrive?

Bracknell to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Bracknell to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bracknell to Preston is 210 miles. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Bracknell to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Bracknell to Preston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bracknell to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Bracknell to Preston - 8 ways to travel via train, line 703 bus, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Bracknell to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain Rugby - Preston / ...
4h 57m
£89–140
Drive 208.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Bracknell to Prestoncar 208.9 mi
3h 40m
£52–75
Line 703 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bracknell Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 703
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 230 / ...
3. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
9h 22m
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Winnersh Triangle Rail Station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 18m
£92–256
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Preston / ...
5h 10m
£105–162
Line 703 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bracknell Bus Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 703
2. Take the bus from London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Stationbus
9h 38m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 55m
£105–215
Bus to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the bus from Winnersh Triangle Rail Station to Heathrow Terminal 2bus
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
7h 19m
£144–415

Bracknell to Preston by train

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Distance: 211.7 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Bracknell, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Bracknell to Preston via Reading and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bracknell Bus Station to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 5, London, Heathrow Airport Terminal 5, and Newhall St in around 9h 38m.

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