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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Eastbourne is to drive which costs £70 - £110 and takes 5h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Eastbourne is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £95 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Eastbourne?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Eastbourne. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Eastbourne via Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Preston to Eastbourne?

The distance between Preston and Eastbourne is 278 miles. The road distance is 287.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Eastbourne without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs £95 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Preston to Eastbourne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Eastbourne train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Eastbourne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Eastbourne?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Eastbourne is 287 miles. It takes approximately 5h 10m to drive from Preston to Eastbourne.

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

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Where can I stay near Eastbourne?

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Preston to Eastbourne - 5 ways to travel via train, 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 London Victoria to Eastbournetrain London Victoria - Eastbourne / ...
4h 12m
£97–192
Drive 285.6 mi
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1. Drive from Preston to Eastbournecar 285.6 mi
5h 10m
£71–102
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 London Victoria to Eastbournetrain
5h 51m
£113–378
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Eastbournetrain
7h 5m
£90–209
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
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 Clapham Junctiontrain
4. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Eastbournetrain
6h 31m
£143–338

Preston to Eastbourne by train and subway

214Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

£97Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276 mi
Duration: 4h 12m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Eastbourne via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 4h 12m.

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