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 £22 - £45 and takes 7h 17m.

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 £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Swindon?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Regent Circus via Newhall St, Arle Court Transport Hub and Royal Well Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

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 50m.

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 50m and costs £35 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 50m 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 FlixBus, depart from Bus 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 50m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £45 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Preston to Swindon bus arrive?

Preston to Swindon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St 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 50m
£36–158
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall St
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Cheltenham
3. Take the bus from Royal Well Bus Station to Regent Circus
7h 17m
£23–42
Drive 182 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Swindon182 mi
3h 3m
£46–66
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 40m
£100–345
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Transport Hub100
4. Take the train from Gloucester to Swindon
7h 45m
£43–112

Preston to Swindon by train

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4h 50mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 191.1 mi
Duration: 4h 50m

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 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Regent Circus via Newhall St, Cheltenham, Arle Court Transport Hub, Promenade, and Royal Well Bus Station in around 7h 17m.

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