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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cheltenham is to bus which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cheltenham is to drive which takes 2h 30m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Promenade via Birmingham Coach Station and Arle Court Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Cheltenham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Cheltenham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Preston to Cheltenham?

The distance between Preston and Cheltenham is 149 miles. The road distance is 151.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cheltenham without a car is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £60 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Preston to Cheltenham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cheltenham bus from?

Preston to Cheltenham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cheltenham train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Cheltenham?

The best way to get from Preston to Cheltenham is to train which takes 2h 53m and costs £60 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £85 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Preston to Cheltenham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Cheltenham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Cheltenham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Cheltenham is 151 miles. It takes approximately 2h 30m to drive from Preston to Cheltenham.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Cheltenham?

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Preston to Cheltenham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and 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 / ...
2h 53m
£61–95
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Arle Court Transport Hubbus 100 / ...
5h 34m
£34–82
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
4h 46m
£37–55
Drive 150.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cheltenhamcar 150.3 mi
2h 30m
£37–53

Preston to Cheltenham by train

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Distance: 147.9 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Cheltenham Spa via Birmingham New Street in around 2h 53m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Promenade via Birmingham Coach Station and Arle Court Transport Hub in around 5h 34m.

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