What is the cheapest way to get from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston is to line 801 bus and bus which costs £21 - £40 and takes 7h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Stow-on-the-Wold and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Library and arriving at Bus Station via Promenade, Cheltenham and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 42m.

How far is it from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston?

The distance between Stow-on-the-Wold and Preston is 174 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

How do I travel from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston without a car is to line 801 bus and train which takes 5h 15m and costs £30 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston bus from?

Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston bus services, operated by Pulhams Coaches, depart from Library station.

Train or bus from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston?

The best way to get from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston is to train which takes 5h 43m and costs £40 - £120. Alternatively, you can line 801 bus and bus, which costs £21 - £40 and takes 7h 42m.

Where does the Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston bus arrive?

Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston bus services, operated by Pulhams Coaches, arrive at Royal Well Bus Station.

Can I drive from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2156+ hotels available in Preston.

Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 801 bus, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston by bus, train, or car

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Line 801 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Library to Royal Well Bus Station801
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
5h 15m
£32–127
Line 801 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Library to Royal Well Bus Station801
2. Take the bus from Cheltenham to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Station
7h 42m
£21–40
Line 801 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Library to Royal Well Bus Station801
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
7h 4m
£33–76
Drive 150.1 mi
1. Drive from Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston150.1 mi
2h 49m
£38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Moreton-in-Marsh to Worcester Foregate Street
2. Take the train from Worcester Foregate Street to Birmingham New Street
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Preston
5h 43m
£40–119

Stow-on-the-Wold to Preston by bus and train

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5h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.1 mi
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Stow-on-the-Wold, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from Library to Preston via Railway Station, Moreton-in-Marsh, Worcester Foregate Street, and Birmingham New Street in around 5h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Library to Bus Station via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Cheltenham, and Newhall St in around 7h 42m.

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