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

The cheapest way to get from Coventry to Preston is to drive which costs £30 - £45 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Coventry to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 6m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Coventry and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Coventry to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Coventry and arriving at Bus Station via bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Coventry and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Coventry and arriving at Preston. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 14m.

How far is it from Coventry to Preston?

The distance between Coventry and Preston is 122 miles. The road distance is 125.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Coventry to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs .

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

The train from Coventry to Preston takes 2h 14m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Preston bus from?

Coventry to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, depart from Coventry station.

Where do I catch the Coventry to Preston train from?

Coventry to Preston train services, operated by Virgin West Coast Trains, depart from Coventry station.

Train or bus from Coventry to Preston?

The best way to get from Coventry to Preston is to train which takes 2h 14m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 50m.

Where does the Coventry to Preston bus arrive?

Coventry to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, arrive at Stoke-on-Trent station.

Where does the Coventry to Preston train arrive?

Coventry to Preston train services, operated by Virgin West Coast Trains, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Coventry to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Coventry to Preston is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 6m to drive from Coventry to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 1283+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Coventry to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
2h 14m
Drive 124.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Coventry to Prestoncar 124.4 mi
2h 6m
£31–44
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coventry to Stoke-on-Trentbus Uk980
2. Take the bus from bus station to Bus Stationbus 424
4h 50m
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
3h 4m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Coventry to Preston.

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Distance: 121.6 mi
Duration: 2h 14m

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

Virgin West Coast Trains operates a train from Coventry to Preston every 2 hours, and the journey takes 2h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coventry to Bus Station via bus station in around 4h 50m.

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