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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Swindon is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Swindon is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Regent Circus via Birmingham Coach Station and Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 57m.

How far is it from Preston to Swindon?

The distance between Preston and Swindon is 192 miles. The road distance is 183.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £35 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Preston to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Swindon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Swindon train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Swindon?

The best way to get from Preston to Swindon is to train which takes 4h 57m and costs £35 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 3m.

Where does the Preston to Swindon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Swindon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Swindon is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Preston to Swindon.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Swindon by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Street
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindon
4h 57m
£35–146
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spa
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindon
6h 36m
£33–90
Drive 182 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Swindon182 mi
3h 3m
£45–65
Train, fly
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 London Paddington to Swindon
4h 46m
£109–352
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Royal Well Bus Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Regent Circus
7h 3m
£37–67

Preston to Swindon by train

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Distance: 191.1 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa in around 4h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Regent Circus via Birmingham Coach Station and Royal Well Bus Station in around 7h 3m.

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