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Compare train and bus for Preston to Coventry
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Coventry among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €25.
Distance: 106 miles (171 km)
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€17 Average price Cheapest | €27 Average price |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 23m Average total duration 4h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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The best way to travel from Preston to Coventry is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Coventry:
A train is $13 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Preston to Coventry costing on average $32 (€25).
Other travel options to Coventry take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 20m.
- Around 5 buses per day.
- Around 5 trains per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Preston and Coventry as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Preston, Bus Station and arrive in Coventry, University of Warwick (Interchange Stop).
- Trains mostly depart from Preston station (PRE) and arrive in Coventry station (COV).
- Travel with National Express, Megabus to go to Coventry by bus.
- Travel with Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry to go to Coventry by train.
- 2 direct trains per day with Avanti West Coast.
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