What is the cheapest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston is to bus which costs £18 - £27 and takes 6h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 31m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford-upon-Avon and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston station. However, there are services departing from NatWest Bank and arriving at Bus Station via Solihull Town Centre and Millennium Point. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford-upon-Avon and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston. However, there are services departing from Stratford-upon-Avon and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 41m.

How far is it from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston?

The distance between Stratford-upon-Avon and Preston is 128 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £40 - £75.

How long does it take to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 41m to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston bus from?

Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Millennium Point station.

Where do I catch the Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston train from?

Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Stratford-upon-Avon station.

Train or bus from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston?

The best way to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston is to train which takes 3h 41m and costs £40 - £75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £27 and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston train arrive?

Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Birmingham Moor Street station.

Can I drive from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 31m to drive from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston.

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

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Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Birmingham Moor Streettrain Stratford-upon-Avon - Kidderminster / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
3h 41m
£42–74
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Millennium Point to Bus Stationbus Uk030
6h 19m
£18–27
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Stratford-upon-Avon to Prestoncar 129.8 mi
2h 31m
£33–48
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Birmingham Moor Streettrain
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
4h 4m
£43–93

Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston by train and foot

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Distance: 127.6 mi
Duration: 3h 41m

What companies run services between Stratford-upon-Avon, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Stratford-upon-Avon to Preston via Birmingham Moor Street and Birmingham New Street in around 3h 41m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Millennium Point to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 3h 30m.

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