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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cambridge is to bus which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cambridge is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £85 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Cambridge?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Cambridge. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Cambridge via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Preston to Cambridge?

The distance between Preston and Cambridge is 266 miles. The road distance is 193 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cambridge without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £85 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Preston to Cambridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cambridge bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Cambridge train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Cambridge?

The best way to get from Preston to Cambridge is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £85 - £190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £45 and takes 7h 15m.

Where does the Preston to Cambridge bus arrive?

Preston to Cambridge bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Newhall Street station.

Where does the Preston to Cambridge train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Cambridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Cambridge is 193 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Preston to Cambridge.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Cambridge?

Book your Preston to Cambridge bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Cambridge?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from King's Cross to Cambridgetrain London Kings Cross - Kings Lynn / ...
3h 33m
£88–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Streetbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk083
7h 15m
£25–42
Drive 191.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cambridgecar 191.9 mi
3h 38m
£47–68
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Cambridgetrain
5h 18m
£112–394
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cambridgetrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
5h 18m
£112–171
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Elytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
7h 17m
£91–152
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
6h 53m
£71–181

Preston to Cambridge by train and foot

222Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

£88Cheapest Price

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Distance: 264 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Cambridge via London Euston and King's Cross in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18 via Birmingham - Great Charles Street Queensway in around 7h 15m.

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