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 £23 - £35 and takes 8h 5m.

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 Gloucester and Millennium Point. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

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 Gloucester and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Stroud to Preston?

The distance between Stroud and Preston is 165 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 42m and costs £55 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m 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 Gloucester station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Stroud to Preston?

The best way to get from Stroud to Preston is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £55 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £35 and takes 8h 5m.

Where does the Stroud to Preston bus arrive?

Stroud to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Jennens Road 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, line 66 bus, bus, and car

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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 Gloucester to Birmingham New Streettrain Cardiff Central - Nottingham / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 42m
£59–92
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gloucester to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk077
2. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 5m
£23–34
Line 66 bus, bus, train
1. Take the bus from Merrywalks to Promenadebus 66
2. Take the bus from Park & Ride to Warrington Bus Interchange Stand Abus Cf4
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
5h 33m
£36–56
Drive 163.2 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Prestoncar 163.2 mi
2h 46m
£41–59

Stroud to Preston by bus and train

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4h 42mAverage Duration

£59Cheapest Price

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Distance: 163.9 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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

You can take a bus from Merrywalks to Preston via Transport Hub, Gloucester, and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Bus Station via Gloucester and Millennium Point in around 8h 5m.

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