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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Reading is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 37m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Reading. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Reading RailAir via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Reading. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Reading via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Preston to Reading?

The distance between Preston and Reading is 202 miles. The road distance is 200.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £40 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Preston to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Reading bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Reading train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Reading?

The best way to get from Preston to Reading is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £40 - £250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £110 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Preston to Reading bus arrive?

Preston to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Reading train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Reading is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Preston to Reading.

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

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

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Preston to Reading - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Reading 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 ReadingManchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 12m
£42–246
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5802
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirRa1
6h 17m
£52–102
Drive 199.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Reading199.7 mi
3h 37m
£50–72
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 Hayes And Harlington Station to Reading
4h 18m
£82–255
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
4h 33m
£91–203

Preston to Reading by train

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Reading via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Reading RailAir via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 17m.

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