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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Stroud is to train and bus which costs £22 - £55 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Stroud is to drive which takes 2h 45m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Stroud?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Stroud. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Health Centre via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

How far is it from Preston to Stroud?

The distance between Preston and Stroud is 165 miles. The road distance is 163.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Stroud without a car is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £30 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Preston to Stroud, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Stroud bus from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Stroud?

The best way to get from Preston to Stroud is to train which takes 4h 33m and costs £30 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Preston to Stroud bus arrive?

Preston to Stroud bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Stroud?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Stroud is 163 miles. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Preston to Stroud.

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

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Where can I stay near Stroud?

There are 1705+ hotels available in Stroud.

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

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

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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 GloucesterNottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 33m
£31–119
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Transport Hub
7h 24m
£22–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Transport Hub100
6h 48m
£31–61
Drive 162.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Stroud162.5 mi
2h 45m
£41–58

Preston to Stroud by train and bus

102Weekly Services

4h 33mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.8 mi
Duration: 4h 33m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Health Centre via Birmingham New Street, Gloucester, and Transport Hub in around 4h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Health Centre via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Hub in around 6h 48m.

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