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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Reading is to bus which costs £45 - £75 and takes 7h 13m.

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 station to Reading. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Reading RailAir via Newhall St and Heathrow Terminal 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 13m.

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 FlixBus, depart from Bus 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 £45 - £75 and takes 7h 13m.

Where does the Preston to Reading bus arrive?

Preston to Reading bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St 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
£43–247
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Heathrow Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 2 to Reading RailAirRa1
7h 13m
£46–74
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
£85–255
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
£96–213

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 Bus Station to Reading RailAir via Newhall St, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 2 in around 7h 13m.

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