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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Gatwick is to train and bus which costs £35 - £65 and takes 7h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Gatwick is to train which takes 3h and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Gatwick?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Gatwick. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Gatwick Airport North Terminal via Manchester Central Coach Station and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Gatwick?

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

How far is it from Preston to Gatwick?

The distance between Preston and Gatwick is 238 miles. The road distance is 245.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Gatwick without a car is to train which takes 3h and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h to get from Preston to Gatwick, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Gatwick bus from?

Preston to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Gatwick train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Gatwick?

The best way to get from Preston to Gatwick is to train which takes 3h and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £75 and takes 6h 47m.

Where does the Preston to Gatwick bus arrive?

Preston to Gatwick bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Gatwick train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Gatwick?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Gatwick is 245 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Preston to Gatwick.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Gatwick?

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Preston to Gatwick - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Preston to Gatwick 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 / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to Gatwick Airporttrain London Victoria - Littlehampton / ...
3h
£61–137
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
3. Take the bus from London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus
6h 47m
£39–71
Drive 243.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Gatwickcar 243.7 mi
4h 17m
£61–87
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, bus
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 bus from London Heathrow Airport to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus
4h 48m
£71–272
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport North Terminalbus Uk980
7h 56m
£39–65
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
5h 21m
£67–205
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
5h 30m
£73–175
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarkettrain
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane EDI - LGW
5h 32m
£101–230

Preston to Gatwick by train and subway

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Distance: 236.9 mi
Duration: 3h

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

You can take a train from Preston to Gatwick Airport via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Gatwick Airport North Terminal via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, and London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5 in around 6h 47m.

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