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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 57m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, while a train costs an average of £122.
Distance: 212 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
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£122 Average Price | £17 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 57m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Cheltenham to Preston, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham to Preston:
A coach is £106 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to Preston costing on average £122.
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 5m.
You'll arrive about 28m sooner (2h 27m by train vs 2h 55m by car). Tickets start at around £122 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
How to get to Preston from Cheltenham by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Cheltenham to Preston is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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The most popular day trips by train from Preston are Manchester, Liverpool, Blackpool, Lancaster and Leeds. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Preston on Omio.
Manchester is known for its industrial heritage, influential music and deep football culture. Red-brick canalside areas, major museums and lively nightlife give it an energetic northern character.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Blackpool is a classic Lancashire seaside resort known for its piers, ballroom heritage and the Blackpool Illuminations. The long promenade and Blackpool Tower give the town a lively, traditional holiday feel.
Lancaster is known for its castle, Georgian architecture and ties to the House of Lancaster. Its compact centre, River Lune setting and student energy give the city a historic yet easy-going feel.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
Travel to Preston easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Cheltenham to Preston.
This is compared to other travel options from Cheltenham to Preston:
A coach is £106 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cheltenham to Preston costing on average £122.
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 5m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Cheltenham and Preston as scheduled services by train can vary by season or day of the week.
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