What is the cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston is to drive which costs £24 - £40 and takes 2h 2m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 2m and costs £24 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Stockton-on-Tees and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston. However, there are services departing from Thornaby and arriving at Preston via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

The distance between Stockton-on-Tees and Preston is 147 miles. The road distance is 101.3 miles.

How do I travel from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stockton-on-Tees to Preston train from?

Stockton-on-Tees to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Thornaby station.

Where does the Stockton-on-Tees to Preston train arrive?

Stockton-on-Tees to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockton-on-Tees to Preston is 101 miles. It takes approximately 2h 2m to drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2252+ hotels available in Preston.

Stockton-on-Tees to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stockton-on-Tees to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
3h 27m
£43–74
Drive 100.7 mi
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1. Drive from Stockton-on-Tees to Prestoncar 100.7 mi
2h 2m
£25–36
Train, line 152 bus
1. Take the train from Thornaby to Todmordentrain Redcar Central - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 152
4h 46m
Train via Hebden Bridge
1. Take the train from Thornaby to Hebden Bridgetrain Redcar Central - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Hebden Bridge to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 41m
£40–69

Stockton-on-Tees to Preston by train

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3h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 146.1 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Stockton-on-Tees, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Thornaby to Preston via Manchester Oxford Road in around 3h 27m.

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