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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Coventry is to bus which costs £22 - £40 and takes 3h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Coventry is to drive which takes 2h 7m and costs £30 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Coventry?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Coventry station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Pool Meadow Bus Station via Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Coventry?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Coventry. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 21m.

How far is it from Preston to Coventry?

The distance between Preston and Coventry is 122 miles. The road distance is 124.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Coventry without a car is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £40 - £65.

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

The train from Preston to Coventry takes 2h 21m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Coventry bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Coventry train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Coventry?

The best way to get from Preston to Coventry is to train which takes 2h 21m and costs £40 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £40 and takes 3h 54m.

Where does the Preston to Coventry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Coventry train arrive?

Preston to Coventry train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Coventry station.

Can I drive from Preston to Coventry?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Coventry is 125 miles. It takes approximately 2h 7m to drive from Preston to Coventry.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Coventry?

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Preston to Coventry - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Coventry by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Coventrytrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2h 21m
£40–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
3h 54m
£23–38
Drive 124 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Coventrycar 124 mi
2h 7m
£31–45
Bus via Millennium Point
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Dale House to Belgrade Theatrebus X1
5h 8m

Preston to Coventry by train

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Distance: 121.5 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to Coventry hourly. Tickets cost £40–65 and the journey takes 2h 21m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £19–35 and the journey takes 3h 5m.

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