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

The cheapest way to get from Eastleigh to Preston is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eastleigh to Preston is to fly and train which takes 2h 19m and costs £80 - £210.

Is there a direct train between Eastleigh and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Eastleigh to Preston. However, there are services departing from Southampton Airport Parkway and arriving at Preston via Stafford. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 52m.

How far is it from Eastleigh to Preston?

The distance between Eastleigh and Preston is 214 miles. The road distance is 235.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eastleigh to Preston without a car is to train via Stafford which takes 4h 52m and costs £110 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 2h 19m to get from Eastleigh to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eastleigh to Preston train from?

Eastleigh to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Southampton Airport Parkway station.

Where does the Eastleigh to Preston train arrive?

Eastleigh to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Stafford station.

Can I drive from Eastleigh to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Eastleigh to Preston is 236 miles. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Eastleigh to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2319+ hotels available in Preston.

Eastleigh to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Eastleigh to Preston by plane, train, or car

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Fly, train
best
1. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
2h 19m
£85–201
Drive 234.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Eastleigh to Prestoncar 234.5 mi
4h 3m
£58–84
Train via Stafford
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Staffordtrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Stafford to Prestontrain London Euston - Edinburgh / ...
4h 52m
£116–169
Train
1. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 11m
£130–185

Eastleigh to Preston by train

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Distance: 212.5 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

You can take a train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Preston via Stafford in around 4h 52m.

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