What is the cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 1h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 59m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Stockton-on-Tees and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston. However, there are services departing from High Street Stand D and arriving at Arrival Stand via Bus Station Express Lounge, Leeds City Bus Station, Halifax Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Stockton-on-Tees and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston. However, there are services departing from Thornaby and arriving at Preston via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

The distance between Stockton-on-Tees and Preston is 147 miles. The road distance is 102.2 miles.

How do I travel from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £27 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stockton-on-Tees to Preston bus from?

Stockton-on-Tees to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station Express Lounge.

Where do I catch the Stockton-on-Tees to Preston train from?

Stockton-on-Tees to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Thornaby station.

Train or bus from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

The best way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £27 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus and line 508 bus and line 591 bus and line 152 bus, which costs and takes 6h 46m.

Where does the Stockton-on-Tees to Preston bus arrive?

Stockton-on-Tees to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Leeds City Bus & Coach Station.

Where does the Stockton-on-Tees to Preston train arrive?

Stockton-on-Tees to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockton-on-Tees to Preston is 102 miles. It takes approximately 1h 59m to drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

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Stockton-on-Tees to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 508 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester Oxford RoadRedcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to PrestonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
3h 27m
£27–95
Drive 101.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston101.6 mi
1h 59m
£25–37
Bus, line 508 bus, line 591 bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Express Lounge to Leeds City Bus & Coach Station172 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Halifax Bus Station508
3. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Bus Station591
4. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Stand152
6h 46m
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Thornaby to LeedsRedcar Central - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
3h 58m
£33–122

Stockton-on-Tees to Preston by train

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Distance: 146.1 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Stockton-on-Tees, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Thornaby to Preston via Manchester Oxford Road in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from High Street Stand D to Arrival Stand via Bus Station Express Lounge, Leeds City Bus Station, Halifax Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 6h 46m.

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