What is the cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston is to Airport Transfer which costs £16 - £21 and takes 4h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston?

The fastest way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £170.

Is there a direct bus between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport South Terminal and arriving at Bus Station via Newhall Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston. However, there are services departing from Gatwick Airport and arriving at Preston via Victoria station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

How far is it from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston?

The distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Preston is 238 miles. The road distance is 248.2 miles.

How do I travel from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £170.

How long does it take to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 13m to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston bus from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Gatwick Airport South Terminal station.

Where do I catch the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston train from?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston train services, operated by Southern, depart from Gatwick Airport station.

Train or bus from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston?

The best way to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston is to train which takes 3h 13m and costs £80 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 8h 20m.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston bus arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway station.

Where does the London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston train arrive?

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston train services, operated by Southern, arrive at London Victoria station.

Can I drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston?

Book your London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

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Can I share a ride from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between London Gatwick Airport (LGW) and Preston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston - 9 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 9 ways to get from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston by train, bus, rideshare, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoriatrain Bognor Regis - London Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 13m
£81–168
Airport Transfer
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from London Gatwick-LGW to Prestonrideshare 246.8 mi
4h 20m
£16–21
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from South Terminal Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
7h 37m
£59–139
Drive 246.8 mi
1. Drive from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Prestoncar 246.8 mi
4h 20m
£60–86
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LGW - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 35m
£64–170
Bus
1. Take the bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queenswaybus Uk920
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 20m
£30–48
Fly London Gatwick Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LGW - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
4h 53m
£78–165
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 42m
£91–313
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 16m
£125–279

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to Preston by train and subway

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Distance: 236.9 mi
Duration: 3h 13m

What companies run services between London Gatwick Airport (LGW), England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Gatwick Airport to Preston via London Victoria, Victoria station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Gatwick Airport South Terminal to Bus Station via Newhall Street in around 8h 20m.

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