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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Gloucester is to bus which costs £13 - £29 and takes 6h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Gloucester is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Gloucester via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Gloucester?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Gloucester. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Gloucester via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Preston to Gloucester?

The distance between Preston and Gloucester is 155 miles. The road distance is 155.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Gloucester without a car is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £24 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Preston to Gloucester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Gloucester bus from?

Preston to Gloucester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Gloucester train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Gloucester?

The best way to get from Preston to Gloucester is to train which takes 3h 23m and costs £24 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £29 and takes 6h 10m.

Where does the Preston to Gloucester bus arrive?

Preston to Gloucester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St station.

Where does the Preston to Gloucester train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Gloucester?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Gloucester is 155 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Preston to Gloucester.

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

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

Book your Preston to Gloucester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Gloucester?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
3h 23m
£24–117
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Stbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Gloucesterbus Uk077
6h 10m
£14–29
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Transport Hubbus 100
6h 4m
£28–77
Drive 154.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Gloucestercar 154.5 mi
2h 36m
£37–54

Preston to Gloucester by train

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 154.5 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Gloucester via Birmingham New Street in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Gloucester via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 6h 10m.

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