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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Coventry is to train which costs £10 - £80 and takes 2h 35m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Coventry?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Coventry. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Belgrade Theatre via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Coventry?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Coventry. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Preston to Coventry?

The distance between Preston and Coventry is 122 miles. The road distance is 124.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Coventry without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £10 - £80.

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

The train from Preston to Coventry takes 2h 35m including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Preston to Coventry bus from?

Preston to Coventry bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Coventry train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Coventry?

The best way to get from Preston to Coventry is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £10 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Preston to Coventry bus arrive?

Preston to Coventry bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Coventry train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Coventry?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Coventry?

There are 1344+ hotels available in Coventry.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Coventry 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 Preston to CoventryGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2h 35m
£10–80
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Belgrade TheatreX1
4h 20m
Drive 123.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Coventry123.9 mi
2h 6m
£31–44
Bus via Newhall St
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk030
2. Take the bus from Dale House to Belgrade TheatreX1
5h

Preston to Coventry by train

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Distance: 121.5 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Coventry every 2 hours. Tickets cost £10–80 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Belgrade Theatre via Birmingham Coach Station in around 4h 20m.

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