What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Kings Cross?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Kings Cross is to bus which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Kings Cross?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Kings Cross is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £35 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Kings Cross?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Kings Cross. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Finchley Road / O2 Centre via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Kings Cross?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at London Euston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Preston to Kings Cross?

The distance between Preston and Kings Cross is 209 miles. The road distance is 216.9 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Kings Cross without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Kings Cross without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £35 - £130.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Kings Cross?

The train from Preston to London Euston takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Kings Cross bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Kings Cross train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Kings Cross?

The best way to get from Preston to Kings Cross is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £35 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £60 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Preston to Kings Cross bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Kings Cross train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Kings Cross?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Kings Cross is 217 miles. It takes approximately 3h 51m to drive from Preston to Kings Cross.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Kings Cross?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Kings Cross?

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Where can I stay near Kings Cross?

There are 21991+ hotels available in Kings Cross.

Preston to Kings Cross - 8 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 / ...
2h 13m
£35–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030
6h 25m
£30–56
Drive 215.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Kings Crosscar 215.6 mi
3h 51m
£53–76
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 14m
£85–329
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marble Archbus 541 / ...
7h 39m
£48–119
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 11m
£229–402
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
4h 47m
£116–257
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane LPL - LHR
6h 33m
£130–539

Preston to Kings Cross by train

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Distance: 207.8 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Kings Cross, Greater London, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £75–130 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centre every 4 hours. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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