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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Grays is to bus which costs £40 - £80 and takes 6h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Grays is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £70 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Grays?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Grays. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Finchley Road / O2 Centre via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Grays?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Grays. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 52m.

How far is it from Preston to Grays?

The distance between Preston and Grays is 232 miles. The road distance is 240.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Grays without a car is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £70 - £150.

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

It takes approximately 2h 52m to get from Preston to Grays, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Grays bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Grays train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Grays?

The best way to get from Preston to Grays is to train which takes 2h 52m and costs £70 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 6h 54m.

Where does the Preston to Grays bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Grays train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Grays?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Grays is 241 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Preston to Grays.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Grays?

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Preston to Grays 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 52m
£72–148
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030
6h 54m
£41–79
Drive 239.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Grayscar 239.3 mi
4h 4m
£59–85
Train to Manchester Airport, 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 53m
£91–320
Bus via West Ham station
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant)bus Uk030
7h 16m
£41–100
Train to Manchester Airport, 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 24m
£212–394
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 London Waterlootrain
5h 27m
£126–295
Train to Liverpool, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)plane LPL - LCY
6h 58m
£252–594

Preston to Grays by train and foot

222Weekly Services

2h 52mAverage Duration

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Distance: 230.9 mi
Duration: 2h 52m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 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 £26–45 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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