What is the cheapest way to get from Stroud to Lancaster?

The cheapest way to get from Stroud to Lancaster is to bus which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stroud to Lancaster?

The fastest way to get from Stroud to Lancaster is to drive which takes 3h 8m and costs £45 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Stroud and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Stroud to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from Merrywalks and arriving at Bus Station Night Std via Transport Hub, Arle Court Transport Hub and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Stroud and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Stroud to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Stroud (Glos) and arriving at Lancaster via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

How far is it from Stroud to Lancaster?

The distance between Stroud and Lancaster is 188 miles. The road distance is 185.6 miles.

How do I travel from Stroud to Lancaster without a car?

The best way to get from Stroud to Lancaster without a car is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £70 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Stroud to Lancaster?

It takes approximately 4h 21m to get from Stroud to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Lancaster bus from?

Stroud to Lancaster bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Arle Court Transport Hub station.

Where do I catch the Stroud to Lancaster train from?

Stroud to Lancaster train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.

Train or bus from Stroud to Lancaster?

The best way to get from Stroud to Lancaster is to train which takes 4h 21m and costs £70 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £100 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Stroud to Lancaster bus arrive?

Stroud to Lancaster bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Stroud to Lancaster train arrive?

Stroud to Lancaster train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Stroud to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Stroud to Lancaster is 186 miles. It takes approximately 3h 8m to drive from Stroud to Lancaster.

How do I get a train ticket from Stroud to Lancaster?

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Stroud to Lancaster - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Lancastertrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 21m
£72–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
8h 49m
£41–99
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Underpassbus Uk030
7h 9m
£51–81
Drive 184.5 mi
1. Drive from Stroud to Lancastercar 184.5 mi
3h 8m
£45–65

Stroud to Lancaster by train

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Distance: 187.2 mi
Duration: 4h 21m

What companies run services between Stroud, England and Lancaster, Lancashire, England?

You can take a train from Stroud (Glos) to Lancaster via Cheltenham Spa and Birmingham New Street in around 4h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Merrywalks to Bus Station Night Std via Transport Hub arrival, Transport Hub, Golden Valley Hotel, Arle Court Transport Hub, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 8h 49m.

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