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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Swindon is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Swindon is to drive which takes 3h 5m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Swindon?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Swindon. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Preston to Swindon?

The distance between Preston and Swindon is 192 miles. The road distance is 182.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Swindon without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs £80 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Preston to Swindon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Swindon train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Swindon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Swindon?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Swindon is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Preston to Swindon.

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

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Where can I stay near Swindon?

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Preston to Swindon - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cheltenham Spatrain
3. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Swindontrain
4h 36m
£80–135
Drive 181.6 mi
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1. Drive from Preston to Swindoncar 181.6 mi
3h 5m
£44–64
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Swindontrain
4h 47m
£110–369
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Readingtrain
4. Take the train from Reading to Swindontrain
5h 18m
£126–259

Preston to Swindon by train

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Distance: 191.1 mi
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Swindon via Birmingham New Street and Cheltenham Spa in around 4h 36m.

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