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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Fairford is to bus which costs £25 - £40 and takes 9h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Fairford is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Fairford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Fairford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Leafield Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Promenade and The Forum. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Fairford?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Fairford. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Bristol Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 23m.

How far is it from Preston to Fairford?

The distance between Preston and Fairford is 248 miles. The road distance is 175.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Fairford without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 23m and costs £150 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 5h 23m to get from Preston to Fairford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Fairford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Fairford train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Fairford?

The best way to get from Preston to Fairford is to train via Birmingham which takes 5h 23m and costs £150 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus via Royal Well, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Preston to Fairford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Fairford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Fairford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Fairford is 176 miles. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Preston to Fairford.

Where can I stay near Fairford?

There are 1360+ hotels available in Fairford.

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Bristol Parkwaytrain
3. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Swindontrain
5h 23m
£153–221
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Gloucesterbus Uk077
9h 18m
£25–37
Bus via Royal Well
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Royal Wellbus 825
8h 23m
£32–51
Drive 174.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Fairfordcar 174.9 mi
2h 59m
£44–63
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cheltenham Spatrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bristol Temple Meads / ...
7h 40m
£72–113

Preston to Fairford by bus

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Distance: 246.5 mi
Duration: 5h 23m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Fairford via Birmingham New Street, Bristol Parkway, and Swindon in around 5h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Leafield Road via Birmingham Coach Station, Royal Well, Promenade, and The Forum in around 8h 23m.

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