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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Preston is to bus which costs £45 - £85 and takes 7h 37m.

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 37m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 37m.

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 5m.

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 5m and costs £50 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Reading to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Preston bus from?

Reading to Preston bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Reading to Preston?

The best way to get from Reading to Preston is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 5m and costs £50 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £85 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Reading to Preston bus arrive?

Reading to Preston bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 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 37m to drive from Reading to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2139+ hotels available in Preston.

Reading to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Reading to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New StreetBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 5m
£53–189
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to PrestonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
4h 19m
£30–282
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
7h 37m
£48–85
Drive 199.7 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Preston199.7 mi
3h 37m
£49–71
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
4h 17m
£81–254
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
3h 53m
£91–208
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)LHR - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
6h 49m
£133–362

Reading to Preston by train

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Distance: 200.8 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Bus Station via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Newhall St in around 7h 37m.

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