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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Didcot is to bus and train which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Didcot is to drive which takes 3h 17m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Didcot?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Didcot station. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Parkway Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Gloucester Green Bus Station and Redbridge Park and Ride. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Didcot?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Didcot. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Didcot Parkway via Birmingham New Street and Oxford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Preston to Didcot?

The distance between Preston and Didcot is 185 miles. The road distance is 187.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Didcot without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £45 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Preston to Didcot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Didcot bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Didcot train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Didcot?

The best way to get from Preston to Didcot is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £45 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 6h 44m.

Where does the Preston to Didcot bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Didcot train arrive?

Preston to Didcot train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Didcot?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Didcot is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 17m to drive from Preston to Didcot.

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

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Where can I stay near Didcot?

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Preston to Didcot - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Didcot by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New StreetGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to OxfordManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 21m
£47–147
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Gloucester Green Bus Station423 / ...
6h 44m
£32–86
Drive 186.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Didcot186.7 mi
3h 17m
£47–68
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Didcot Parkway
4h 24m
£99–305
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the train from Birmingham Moor Street to Banbury
3. Take the train from Banbury to Didcot Parkway
6h 53m
£38–66
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Reading
5h 9m
£97–218

Preston to Didcot by train

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4h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 183.8 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Didcot Parkway via Birmingham New Street and Oxford in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Parkway Station via Birmingham Coach Station, Gloucester Green Bus Station, and Redbridge Park and Ride in around 6h 44m.

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