What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Alexandra Palace?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Alexandra Palace is to bus which costs £29 - £45 and takes 7h 18m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Alexandra Palace?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Alexandra Palace is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £60 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Alexandra Palace?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Alexandra Palace. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Queens Avenue via Canfield Gdns / Finchley Road and Archway Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Alexandra Palace?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Alexandra Palace station. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Finsbury Park station via Euston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

How far is it from Preston to Alexandra Palace?

The distance between Preston and Alexandra Palace is 216 miles. The road distance is 213.3 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Alexandra Palace without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Alexandra Palace without a car is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £60 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Alexandra Palace?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Preston to Alexandra Palace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Alexandra Palace bus from?

Preston to Alexandra Palace bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Alexandra Palace train from?

Preston to Alexandra Palace train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Alexandra Palace?

The best way to get from Preston to Alexandra Palace is to train which takes 2h 44m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £45 and takes 7h 18m.

Where does the Preston to Alexandra Palace bus arrive?

Preston to Alexandra Palace bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the Preston to Alexandra Palace train arrive?

Preston to Alexandra Palace train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Preston to Alexandra Palace?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Alexandra Palace is 213 miles. It takes approximately 3h 46m to drive from Preston to Alexandra Palace.

Where can I stay near Alexandra Palace?

There are 21249+ hotels available in Alexandra Palace.

Preston to Alexandra Palace - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Alexandra Palace by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 44m
£60–124
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030
7h 18m
£30–45
Drive 212.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Alexandra Palacecar 212.1 mi
3h 46m
£53–76
Train, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4h 41m
£82–289
Train, line 91 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Southbound
2. Take the bus from Euston Station to Western Road / Wood Greenbus N91 / ...
3h 40m
£37–96
Train, fly to Southampton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
5h 29m
£118–280
Train, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)plane MAN - LCY
6h 52m
£238–376

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) flights

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Distance: 214.6 mi
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Alexandra Palace, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centre every 4 hours. Tickets cost £25–45 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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