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

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Preston is to bus which costs £20 - £50 and takes 7h 53m.

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 45m 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 Transport Hub and Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 53m.

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 3h 55m.

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 3h 55m and costs £30 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m 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 FlixBus, depart from 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 3h 55m and costs £30 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £50 and takes 7h 53m.

Where does the Stroud to Preston bus arrive?

Stroud to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall St 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 45m to drive from Stroud to Preston.

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

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How do I get a bus 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 StreetBristol Temple Meads - Stockport / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to PrestonRugby - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 55m
£30–129
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Newhall StUk077
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus StationUk030
7h 53m
£21–49
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Station120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
7h 17m
£34–89
Drive 163.2 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Preston163.2 mi
2h 45m
£40–58

Stroud to Preston by train

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Distance: 166.4 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Bus Station via Transport Hub and Newhall St in around 7h 53m.

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