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

The cheapest way to get from Slough to Preston is to bus which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Slough to Preston is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £80 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Slough and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Slough to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Wellington Street stop W and arriving at Bus Station via Heathrow Central Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Slough and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Slough to Preston. However, there are services departing from Slough and arriving at Preston via Tottenham Court Road station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 17m.

How far is it from Slough to Preston?

The distance between Slough and Preston is 231 miles. The road distance is 206.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Slough to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £80 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Slough to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Slough to Preston bus from?

Slough to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Slough to Preston train from?

Slough to Preston train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), depart from Slough station.

Train or bus from Slough to Preston?

The best way to get from Slough to Preston is to train which takes 3h 17m and costs £80 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £120 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Slough to Preston bus arrive?

Slough to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Slough to Preston train arrive?

Slough to Preston train services, operated by Elizabeth Line (TfL), arrive at Tottenham Court Rd station.

Can I drive from Slough to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Slough to Preston is 207 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Slough to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Slough to Tottenham Court Rdtrain Elizabeth
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 17m
£81–153
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 424
8h 30m
£43–113
Drive 205.6 mi
1. Drive from Slough to Prestoncar 205.6 mi
3h 38m
£51–73
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
3h 46m
£72–271
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 28m
£114–187
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 8m
£114–269
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 28m
£117–492

Slough to Preston by bus

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8h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 229.4 mi
Duration: 3h 17m

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

You can take a train from Slough to Preston via Tottenham Court Road Station, Tottenham Court Road station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 17m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £40–110 and the journey takes 6h 55m.

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