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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Reading to Preston

Composite routes from Reading to Preston

Cheapest
1 h 23 min
Car
85 km.
from $4

Transport providers

Airlines
Found: 1
British Airways
Website
British Airways
Website
1h 5m
Every day
$63.29–$354.42
Train operators
Found: 6
Avanti West Coast
Website
First Great Western Service
Website
Cross Country
Website
TransPennine Express Service
Website
Northern Rail
Website
Elizabeth Line
Website
Avanti West Coast
Website
1h 45m
Hourly
$56.96–$177.21
00 44 345 528 0253
00 44 345 528 0253
Call
First Great Western Service
Website
37 min
Every 10 minutes
$24.05–$60.76
+44 3457 000 125
+44 3457 000 125
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Cross Country
Website
1h 36m
Hourly
$69.62–$189.87
0344 736 9123
0344 736 9123
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
TransPennine Express Service
Website
55 min
Hourly
$17.72–$44.30
+44 345 600 1671
+44 345 600 1671
Call
Northern Rail
Website
1h 9m
Every 30 minutes
$11.39–$16.46
+44 800 200 6060
+44 800 200 6060
[email protected]
Call Contact via email
Elizabeth Line
Website
53 min
Twice daily
$12.66–$32.91
0343 222 1234
0343 222 1234
Call

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Preston is to drive which costs $65.22 - $97.83 and takes 3h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $65.22 - $97.83 .

Is there a direct train between Reading and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Preston. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Preston via Birmingham New Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Reading to Preston?

The distance between Reading and Preston is 323 km. The road distance is 330.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Preston without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 4h 16m and costs $108.70 - $315.22 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 16m to get from Reading to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Preston train from?

Reading to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Preston train arrive?

Reading to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Birmingham New Street station.

Can I drive from Reading to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Preston is 330 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Reading to Preston.

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

Book your Reading to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2006+ hotels available in Preston. Prices start at $38.02 per night.
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