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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Preston is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Preston. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

How far is it from Reading to Preston?

The distance between Reading and Preston is 202 miles. The road distance is 200.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 9m and costs £35 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 9m to get from Reading to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Preston train from?

Reading to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Preston train arrive?

Reading to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Preston is 201 miles. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Reading to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 9m
£37–159
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Preston / ...
4h 13m
£27–280
Drive 199.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Prestoncar 199.7 mi
3h 39m
£50–71
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 20m
£97–282
Train to Southampton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 1m
£86–205

Reading to Preston by train

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4h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 4h 9m

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

You can take a train from Reading to Preston via Birmingham New Street in around 4h 9m.

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