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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Preston is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 2h 46m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 46m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Bus Station via Rotunda, Arle Court Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Preston. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Preston via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 3m.

How far is it from Stroud to Preston?

The distance between Stroud and Preston is 167 miles. The road distance is 164.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stroud to Preston without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Stroud to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Preston bus from?

Stroud to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Preston train from?

Stroud to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Preston?

The best way to get from Stroud to Preston is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £70 and takes 7h 39m.

Where does the Stroud to Preston bus arrive?

Stroud to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Stroud to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stroud to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Preston is 164 miles. It takes approximately 2h 46m to drive from Stroud to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Stroud to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Stroud to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain Rugby - Preston / ...
4h 3m
£30–129
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h 6m
£26–69
Drive 163.2 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Prestoncar 163.2 mi
2h 46m
£40–58
Bus
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
7h 39m
£32–68

Stroud to Preston by train

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Distance: 166.4 mi
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Stroud (Glos) to Preston via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Bus Station via Rotunda, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 39m.

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