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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Coleford is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 6h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Coleford is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Coleford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Coleford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Angel Hotel via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Hub. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Coleford?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Coleford. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Lydney via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 59m.

How far is it from Preston to Coleford?

The distance between Preston and Coleford is 185 miles. The road distance is 157.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Coleford without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 57m and costs £65 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 57m to get from Preston to Coleford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Coleford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Coleford train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Coleford?

The best way to get from Preston to Coleford is to bus which takes 6h 58m and costs £35 - £90. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £70 - £120 and takes 5h 59m.

Where does the Preston to Coleford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Coleford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Coleford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Coleford is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Preston to Coleford.

Where can I stay near Coleford?

There are 839+ hotels available in Coleford.

Preston to Coleford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 66 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Coleford by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Gloucestertrain
3. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Angel Hotelbus 23 / ...
4h 57m
£67–104
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Transport Hubbus 100
3. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Angel Hotelbus 23 / ...
6h 58m
£37–87
Drive 156.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Colefordcar 156.3 mi
3h 28m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lydneytrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 59m
£74–118
Train, line 66 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Herefordtrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Monmouth Bus Station Stand 2bus 66
7h 9m

Preston to Coleford by train and bus

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4h 57mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 184.1 mi
Duration: 4h 57m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Coleford, Gloucestershire, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Angel Hotel via Birmingham Coach Station and Transport Hub in around 6h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Angel Hotel via Birmingham New Street, Lydney, Railway Station, and Bus Station in around 5h 59m.

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