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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Strood is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 8h 57m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Strood is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £55 - £240.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Strood?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Strood. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Hawthorn Road via Birmingham and Waterfront Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Strood?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Strood. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Strood via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Preston to Strood?

The distance between Preston and Strood is 242 miles. The road distance is 252 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Strood without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £55 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Preston to Strood, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Strood bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Strood train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Strood?

The best way to get from Preston to Strood is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £55 - £240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 8h 57m.

Where does the Preston to Strood bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Strood train arrive?

Preston to Strood train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Preston to Strood?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Strood is 252 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Preston to Strood.

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

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Where can I stay near Strood?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to StroodSt Pancras International - Faversham / ...
3h 15m
£58–238
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham to ChathamMichalovce
8h 57m
£21–32
Drive 250.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Strood250.6 mi
4h 13m
£63–90
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
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 Stratford International to Strood
5h 12m
£89–284
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)MAN - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Strood
6h 40m
£209–436
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Rochester
7h 32m
£100–258

Preston to Strood by train and foot

219Weekly Services

3h 15mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 240.2 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Strood via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Hawthorn Road via Newhall St, Birmingham, and Waterfront Bus Station in around 8h 57m.

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