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

The cheapest way to get from Maidenhead to Preston is to bus and train which costs £35 - £70 and takes 8h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Maidenhead to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Maidenhead and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Maidenhead to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Wellington Street Stop B and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Maidenhead and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Maidenhead to Preston. However, there are services departing from Maidenhead and arriving at Preston via Reading and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Maidenhead to Preston?

The distance between Maidenhead and Preston is 214 miles. The road distance is 202.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 51m and costs £90 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Maidenhead to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Preston bus from?

Maidenhead to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Maidenhead to Preston train from?

Maidenhead to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Maidenhead to Preston?

The best way to get from Maidenhead to Preston is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 51m and costs £90 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £130 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Maidenhead to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Maidenhead to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Maidenhead to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Maidenhead to Preston is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Maidenhead to Preston.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Maidenhead to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Maidenhead to Preston - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Birmingham New Streettrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 51m
£90–152
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Manchester Airportbus Uk980
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
8h 10m
£36–66
Drive 201.5 mi
1. Drive from Maidenhead to Prestoncar 201.5 mi
3h 33m
£50–72
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
3h 53m
£77–294
Train
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 21m
£111–178
Bus
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
8h 30m
£50–127
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 2m
£111–260
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 39m
£122–515

Maidenhead to Preston by train

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Distance: 212.4 mi
Duration: 4h 51m

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

You can take a train from Maidenhead to Preston via Reading and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 51m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Maidenhead to Bus Station via Slough, Wellington Street Stop B, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 30m.

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