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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ludlow is to drive which costs £27 - £40 and takes 2h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ludlow is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 22m and costs £28 - £100.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Ludlow?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Ludlow. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ludlow via Crewe. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 22m.

How far is it from Preston to Ludlow?

The distance between Preston and Ludlow is 111 miles. The road distance is 112.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ludlow without a car is to train via Crewe which takes 2h 22m and costs £28 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 22m to get from Preston to Ludlow, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ludlow train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Ludlow train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Ludlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ludlow is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 23m to drive from Preston to Ludlow.

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

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Where can I stay near Ludlow?

There are 259+ hotels available in Ludlow.

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

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

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Train via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Crewe to Ludlowtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
2h 22m
£29–100
Drive 111.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Ludlowcar 111.7 mi
2h 23m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Preston - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Ludlowtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Milford Haven / ...
3h 9m
£30–83
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewetrain
2. Take the train from Crewe to Shrewsburytrain
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Council Officesbus 435
3h 57m

Preston to Ludlow by train

122Weekly Trains

2h 22mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 110.5 mi
Duration: 2h 22m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Ludlow via Crewe in around 2h 22m.

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