What is the cheapest way to get from Central London to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Central London to Preston is to bus and train which costs £35 - £80 and takes 7h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Central London to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Central London to Preston is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct train between Central London and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Central London station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Northfields station and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Central London to Preston?

The distance between Central London and Preston is 220 miles. The road distance is 218.5 miles.

How do I travel from Central London to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Central London to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 18m and costs £70 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Central London to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Central London to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Central London to Preston train from?

Central London to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Where does the Central London to Preston train arrive?

Central London to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Central London to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Central London to Preston is 218 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Central London to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2320+ hotels available in Preston.

Central London to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Central London to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 18m
£72–143
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airportbus Uk980 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
7h 8m
£38–79
Drive 217.2 mi
1. Drive from Central London to Prestoncar 217.2 mi
3h 46m
£54–77
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
3h 33m
£74–284
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 11m
£115–279
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 19m
£119–505

Central London to Preston by subway, foot, and train

217Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.6 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

What companies run services between Central London, England and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.

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