What is the cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Eastbourne to Preston is to bus and train which costs £40 - £70 and takes 10h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastbourne to Preston is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £75 - £170.

Is there a direct train between Eastbourne and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Eastbourne to Preston. However, there are services departing from Eastbourne and arriving at Preston via Victoria station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Eastbourne to Preston?

The distance between Eastbourne and Preston is 278 miles. The road distance is 286.8 miles.

How do I travel from Eastbourne to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Eastbourne to Preston without a car is to train which takes 4h 14m and costs £75 - £170.

How long does it take to get from Eastbourne to Preston?

It takes approximately 4h 14m to get from Eastbourne to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastbourne to Preston train from?

Eastbourne to Preston train services, operated by Southern, depart from Eastbourne station.

Where does the Eastbourne to Preston train arrive?

Eastbourne to Preston train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from Eastbourne to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastbourne to Preston is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 7m to drive from Eastbourne to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Eastbourne to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2277+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to London Victoriatrain Eastbourne - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
4h 14m
£77–161
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Gildredge Road to Gatwick South Terminalbus 500
2. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Manchester Airportbus
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
10h 31m
£42–68
Drive 285.1 mi
1. Drive from Eastbourne to Prestoncar 285.1 mi
5h 7m
£71–102
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to London Victoriatrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 52m
£106–323
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 24m
£85–234
Train to London Gatwick Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Eastbourne to Gatwick Airporttrain
2. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 49m
£91–205

Eastbourne to Preston by train and subway

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4h 14mAverage Duration

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Distance: 276 mi
Duration: 4h 14m

What companies run services between Eastbourne, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Eastbourne to Preston via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 4h 14m.

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