What is the cheapest way to get from Lancashire to Cotswolds?

The cheapest way to get from Lancashire to Cotswolds is to train and bus which costs £27 - £50 and takes 9h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lancashire to Cotswolds?

The fastest way to get from Lancashire to Cotswolds is to drive which takes 2h 54m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Lancashire and Cotswolds?

No, there is no direct bus from Lancashire to Cotswolds. However, there are services departing from Wheatley Farm and arriving at Combend Farm via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Lancashire and Cotswolds?

No, there is no direct train from Lancashire to Cotswolds. However, there are services departing from Langho and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Blackburn, Preston and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 9m.

How far is it from Lancashire to Cotswolds?

The distance between Lancashire and Cotswolds is 175 miles. The road distance is 171.1 miles.

How do I travel from Lancashire to Cotswolds without a car?

The best way to get from Lancashire to Cotswolds without a car is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £80 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Lancashire to Cotswolds?

It takes approximately 5h 9m to get from Lancashire to Cotswolds, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lancashire to Cotswolds bus from?

Lancashire to Cotswolds bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Lancashire to Cotswolds train from?

Lancashire to Cotswolds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Lancashire to Cotswolds?

The best way to get from Lancashire to Cotswolds is to train which takes 5h 9m and costs £80 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 46m.

Where does the Lancashire to Cotswolds bus arrive?

Lancashire to Cotswolds bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Lancashire to Cotswolds train arrive?

Lancashire to Cotswolds train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Lancashire to Cotswolds?

Yes, the driving distance between Lancashire to Cotswolds is 171 miles. It takes approximately 2h 54m to drive from Lancashire to Cotswolds.

Where can I stay near Cotswolds?

There are 1564+ hotels available in Cotswolds.

Lancashire to Cotswolds - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Lancashire to Cotswolds by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
5h 9m
£81–123
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Langho to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus
3. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Gloucesterbus
9h 7m
£28–45
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Transport Hubbus 100
8h 46m
£32–55
Drive 170.1 mi
1. Drive from Lancashire to Cotswoldscar 170.1 mi
2h 54m
£42–61
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Langho to Manchester Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain
6h 38m
£63–113
Train via Transport Hub
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 41m
£66–99

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Distance: 174.3 mi
Duration: 5h 9m

What companies run services between Lancashire, England and Cotswolds, England?

You can take a train from Langho to Cotswolds via Blackburn, Preston, Birmingham New Street, and Cheltenham Spa in around 5h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wheatley Farm to Cotswolds via Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Transport Hub, and Combend Farm in around 8h 46m.

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