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

The cheapest way to get from Stratford to Preston is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 8h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stratford to Preston is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £45 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Abbey Lane and arriving at Bus Station via Baker Street Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Stratford International and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Stratford to Preston?

The distance between Stratford and Preston is 216 miles. The road distance is 224.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stratford to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £45 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Stratford to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Preston bus from?

Stratford to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Stratford to Preston train from?

Stratford to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Stratford to Preston?

The best way to get from Stratford to Preston is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £45 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 8h 6m.

Where does the Stratford to Preston bus arrive?

Stratford to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stratford to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stratford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford to Preston is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from Stratford to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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There are 7 ways to get from Stratford to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 49m
£48–115
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 6m
£30–51
Drive 223.1 mi
1. Drive from Stratford to Prestoncar 223.1 mi
3h 58m
£57–82
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
4h 9m
£84–308
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
8h 13m
£48–78
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 45m
£214–348
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
5h 45m
£285–629

Stratford to Preston by train and foot

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2h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 214.3 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £70–110 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 6h.

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