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Compare train, coach and flight for Reading to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Reading to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 1m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 283 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£55 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price | £142 Average Price |
8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Reading to Preston bus times
The table below shows live departures for Reading to Preston coaches for today, Sunday 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 19:26 Reading | 10h44 | 06:10 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Reading to Preston
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Buses from Reading to Preston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 7h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £34 but you can travel from only £32 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 03:15, the last at 22:35. The fastest coach covers the 283 km distance in 8h 36m.
Distance 283 km |
Average bus duration 7h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £34 |
Buses per day 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 36m |
First bus 03:15 |
Last bus 22:35 |
Bus providers: Megabus, National Express from Reading to PrestonYou can travel by bus between Reading to Preston with Megabus, National Express for as low as £32. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Reading to Preston coach
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