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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Preston is to train and bus which costs £21 - £60 and takes 5h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Promenade and arriving at Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Lordswood Rd and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Cheltenham and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Preston. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Spa and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 12m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Preston?

The distance between Cheltenham and Preston is 149 miles. The road distance is 151.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £25 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 12m to get from Cheltenham to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Preston bus from?

Cheltenham to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Preston train from?

Cheltenham to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Preston?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Preston is to train which takes 3h 12m and costs £25 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Preston bus arrive?

Cheltenham to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Lordswood Rd station.

Where does the Cheltenham to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Preston is 152 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Cheltenham to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Cheltenham to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 12m
£26–119
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Brunel Street Bus Stop to Preston Coach Stationbus megabus M11
5h 4m
£22–57
Drive 150.9 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Prestoncar 150.9 mi
2h 30m
£37–54
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Lordswood Rdbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h 47m
£31–64

Cheltenham to Preston by train

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3h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 148 mi
Duration: 3h 12m

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

You can take a train from Cheltenham Spa to Preston via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Promenade to Bus Station via Arle Court Transport Hub, Lordswood Rd, and Newhall St in around 6h 47m.

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