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

The cheapest way to get from Chippenham to Preston is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chippenham to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 18m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct train between Chippenham and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Chippenham to Preston. However, there are services departing from Chippenham and arriving at Preston via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Chippenham to Preston?

The distance between Chippenham and Preston is 218 miles. The road distance is 189.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chippenham to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 42m and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Chippenham to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chippenham to Preston train from?

Chippenham to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Bristol Temple Meads station.

Where does the Chippenham to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chippenham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Chippenham to Preston is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 18m to drive from Chippenham to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Preston.

Chippenham to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Chippenham to Preston by train, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Bristol Temple Meads to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 42m
£39–176
Drive 188.8 mi
1. Drive from Chippenham to Prestoncar 188.8 mi
3h 18m
£47–67
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Chippenham to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 52m
£102–365
Train
1. Take the train from Bath Spa to Newport (S Wales)train
2. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
7h 25m
£63–142

Chippenham to Preston by train

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Distance: 216.4 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

What companies run services between Chippenham, Wiltshire, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Chippenham to Preston via Bristol Temple Meads and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 42m.

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