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What is the best way to travel from Reading to Preston?

Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Trains, Buses and Flights to Preston from Reading. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
3h 25m
£20
£40
6
Train
3h 36m
£78
£157
4
Flight
3h 40m
£87
£325
31

What is the cheapest way to reach Preston from Reading?

You can reach Preston with just £20 by taking a Bus from National Express, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.

Tuesday
from £20
Wednesday
from £30
Thursday
from £30
Friday
from £29
Saturday
from £23
Sunday
from £32
Monday
from £22

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    08:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • Cheapest Flights Tuesday

  • Aer Lingus
    6h 0m
    0
    16:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    22:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £116
  • Aer Lingus
    8h 30m
    0
    14:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    22:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £122
  • Loganair
    4h 45m
    0
    13:55
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    18:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £435
  • British Airways
    16h 20m
    0
    18:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £553

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    12:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    20:50
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £60
  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 25m
    0
    04:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    08:10
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    £80
  • Cheapest Trains Wednesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 10m
    0
    05:40
    Reading
    Central Station
    10:50
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £103
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 46m
    0
    02:24
    Reading
    Central Station
    08:10
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £225
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 40m
    0
    03:54
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:34
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £244
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 51m
    0
    05:48
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:39
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £244
  • Cheapest Flights Wednesday

  • Aer Lingus
    8h 15m
    0
    15:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    00:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £132
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 15m
    0
    16:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    00:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £142
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 35m
    0
    07:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    15:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £143
  • British Airways
    16h 25m
    0
    18:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £599

    Cheapest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    08:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • Cheapest Trains Thursday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 46m
    0
    02:24
    Reading
    Central Station
    08:10
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £84
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 10m
    0
    05:40
    Reading
    Central Station
    10:50
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £105
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 40m
    0
    03:54
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:34
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £248
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 51m
    0
    05:48
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:39
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £248

    Cheapest Buses Friday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    08:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • Cheapest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    5h 5m
    0
    13:55
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    19:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £311
  • Aer Lingus
    24h 25m
    0
    20:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £370
  • Aer Lingus
    23h 25m
    0
    21:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £370
  • British Airways
    16h 25m
    0
    18:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £594

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    06:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    12:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    20:50
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £60
  • Cheapest Flights Saturday

  • Aer Lingus
    16h 20m
    0
    19:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    12:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £251
  • Aer Lingus
    15h 50m
    0
    20:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    12:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £267
  • Aer Lingus
    14h 50m
    0
    21:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    12:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £267
  • British Airways
    14h 20m
    0
    06:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £554

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    08:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    06:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £35
  • Cheapest Trains Sunday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 17m
    0
    06:23
    Reading
    Central Station
    11:40
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £78
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 58m
    0
    07:42
    Reading
    Central Station
    12:40
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £98
  • CrossCountry
    3h 37m
    0
    09:15
    Reading
    Central Station
    12:52
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £104
  • CrossCountry
    3h 36m
    0
    10:15
    Reading
    Central Station
    13:51
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £104
  • Cheapest Flights Sunday

  • British Airways
    14h 55m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    22:55
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £87
  • British Airways
    9h 30m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    17:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £90
  • Aer Lingus
    3h 40m
    0
    11:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    14:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £124
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 45m
    0
    15:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £146

    Cheapest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    08:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £31
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • Cheapest Flights Monday

  • Aer Lingus
    5h 10m
    0
    19:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    00:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £117
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 45m
    0
    15:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £148
  • Loganair
    5h 0m
    0
    14:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    19:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £295
  • British Airways
    7h 50m
    0
    12:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £566

What are the fastest trips from Reading to Preston?

You can get to Preston from Reading in just 3h 25m with a Bus from Avanti West Coast. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.

Tuesday
from 4h 45m
Wednesday
from 3h 25m
Thursday
from 3h 51m
Friday
from 5h 5m
Saturday
from 6h 25m
Sunday
from 3h 36m
Monday
from 4h 45m

    Fastest Flights Tuesday

  • Loganair
    4h 45m
    0
    13:55
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    18:40
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £435
  • Aer Lingus
    6h 0m
    0
    16:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    22:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £116
  • Aer Lingus
    8h 30m
    0
    14:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    22:50
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £122
  • British Airways
    16h 20m
    0
    18:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £553
  • Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £42
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £20
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £24
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    12:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    20:50
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £64

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Avanti West Coast
    3h 25m
    0
    04:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    08:10
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    £80
  • Avanti West Coast
    5h 5m
    0
    05:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    10:50
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Avanti West Coast
    Economy
    £80
  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • Fastest Trains Wednesday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 51m
    0
    05:48
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:39
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £244
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 10m
    0
    05:40
    Reading
    Central Station
    10:50
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £103
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 40m
    0
    03:54
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:34
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £244
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 46m
    0
    02:24
    Reading
    Central Station
    08:10
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £225
  • Fastest Flights Wednesday

  • Aer Lingus
    7h 15m
    0
    16:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    00:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £142
  • Aer Lingus
    7h 35m
    0
    07:40
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    15:15
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £143
  • Aer Lingus
    8h 15m
    0
    15:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    00:05
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £132
  • British Airways
    16h 25m
    0
    18:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £599

    Fastest Trains Thursday

  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    3h 51m
    0
    05:48
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:39
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £248
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 10m
    0
    05:40
    Reading
    Central Station
    10:50
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £105
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 40m
    0
    03:54
    Reading
    Central Station
    09:34
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £248
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 46m
    0
    02:24
    Reading
    Central Station
    08:10
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £84
  • Fastest Buses Thursday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £46
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    12:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    20:50
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £58

    Fastest Flights Friday

  • Loganair
    5h 5m
    0
    13:55
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    19:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £311
  • British Airways
    16h 25m
    0
    18:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £594
  • British Airways
    18h 10m
    0
    16:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    10:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £600
  • Aer Lingus
    23h 25m
    0
    21:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £370
  • Fastest Buses Friday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    08:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £29

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £23
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    12:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    20:50
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £60
  • FlixBus
    10h 25m
    0
    06:45
    Reading
    Mereoak Park & Ride
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £40
  • Fastest Flights Saturday

  • British Airways
    12h 20m
    0
    08:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £554
  • British Airways
    14h 20m
    0
    06:15
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £554
  • Aer Lingus
    14h 50m
    0
    21:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    12:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £267
  • Aer Lingus
    15h 50m
    0
    20:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    12:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £267

    Fastest Trains Sunday

  • CrossCountry
    3h 36m
    0
    10:15
    Reading
    Central Station
    13:51
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £104
  • CrossCountry
    3h 37m
    0
    09:15
    Reading
    Central Station
    12:52
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    CrossCountry
    Economy
    from £104
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    4h 58m
    0
    07:42
    Reading
    Central Station
    12:40
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £98
  • Great Western Railway (GWR)
    5h 17m
    0
    06:23
    Reading
    Central Station
    11:40
    Preston
    Central Station
    0
    Great Western Railway (GWR)
    Economy
    from £78
  • Fastest Flights Sunday

  • Aer Lingus
    3h 40m
    0
    11:05
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    14:45
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £124
  • Aer Lingus
    4h 45m
    0
    15:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £146
  • British Airways
    9h 30m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    17:30
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £90
  • British Airways
    14h 55m
    0
    08:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    22:55
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £87
  • Fastest Buses Sunday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £45
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32
  • FlixBus
    8h 45m
    0
    08:25
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Terminal 5 Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £32

    Fastest Flights Monday

  • Aer Lingus
    4h 45m
    0
    15:50
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £148
  • Loganair
    5h 0m
    0
    14:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    19:00
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Loganair
    Economy
    from £295
  • Aer Lingus
    5h 10m
    0
    19:10
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    00:20
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    Aer Lingus
    Economy
    from £117
  • British Airways
    7h 50m
    0
    12:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    London Heathrow Airport - Terminal 2 & 3
    20:35
    Liverpool Airport
    Liverpool Airport
    0
    British Airways
    Economy
    from £566
  • Fastest Buses Monday

  • National Express
    6h 25m
    0
    20:00
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    02:25
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £38
  • National Express
    7h 11m
    0
    23:59
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    07:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £22
  • FlixBus
    8h 25m
    0
    08:45
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    17:10
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    FlixBus
    Economy
    £30
  • National Express
    8h 30m
    0
    12:20
    London Heathrow Airport
    Heathrow Coach Station
    20:50
    Preston
    Coach Station
    0
    National Express
    Economy
    £52
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Reading to Preston

What are the most popular stations in Reading and Preston?

In Reading, you will usually depart from Station Road (Stop SD), Tilehurst Station or University (Redlands Rd), while in Preston you will be arriving at Central Station, Coach Station or Little Oaks Coach Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Preston from Reading? With 10 connections between 3 Train, Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Reading and Preston, you can pay as low as £20 with a Bus from National Express.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Avanti West Coast: you will get to Preston in just 3h 25m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Reading and Preston are National Express, Aer Lingus and FlixBus, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Reading and Preston is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Lower Earley or to Bamber Bridge, and look at flights from Farnborough Airport, and landing at Blackpool Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Reading to Preston?

The most popular companies between Reading and Preston, are National Express, Aer Lingus and FlixBus. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: National Express, FlixBus and Avanti West Coast

Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) and CrossCountry

Airlines: Aer Lingus, British Airways and Loganair

All you need to know when you travel from Reading to Preston

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Reading to Preston. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Reading to Preston

How can I reach Preston from Reading?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Train, Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Preston from Reading.

How far is Preston from Reading?

The distance between Reading and Preston is 281.7 km.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Reading and Preston?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 48 kgs, and a flight 69 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Reading to Preston?

You can get to Preston with just £20 by taking a Bus from National Express.

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

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Preston in just 3h 25m with a Bus from Avanti West Coast.

More routes to Reading and to Preston

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Reading and to Preston. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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