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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Lakenheath is to bus which costs £29 - £55 and takes 9h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Lakenheath is to drive which takes 3h 57m and costs £45 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Lakenheath?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Lakenheath. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Post Office via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Parkside and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 43m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Lakenheath?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Lakenheath. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Thetford via Leeds and Peterborough. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 11m.

How far is it from Preston to Lakenheath?

The distance between Preston and Lakenheath is 240 miles. The road distance is 202 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Lakenheath without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 7h 11m and costs £85 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 7h 11m to get from Preston to Lakenheath, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Lakenheath bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Lakenheath train from?

Preston to Lakenheath train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Lakenheath?

The best way to get from Preston to Lakenheath is to train via Leeds which takes 7h 11m and costs £85 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £55 and takes 9h 43m.

Where does the Preston to Lakenheath bus arrive?

Preston to Lakenheath bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Millennium Point station.

Where does the Preston to Lakenheath train arrive?

Preston to Lakenheath train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Preston to Lakenheath?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Lakenheath is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 57m to drive from Preston to Lakenheath.

Where can I stay near Lakenheath?

There are 397+ hotels available in Lakenheath.

Preston to Lakenheath - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Lakenheath by train, bus, or car

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Thetfordtrain
7h 11m
£85–134
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Millennium Pointbus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Birmingham - Jennens Road to Cambridge Parkside - Stop 18bus Uk083
9h 43m
£29–53
Drive 200.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Lakenheathcar 200.8 mi
3h 57m
£50–72
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
7h 26m
£105–160

Preston to Lakenheath by train, foot, and bus

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7h 11mAverage Duration

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Distance: 238.6 mi
Duration: 7h 11m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Post Office via Leeds, Peterborough, Thetford, and Bus Interchange in around 7h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Post Office via Birmingham - Jennens Road, Parkside, and Bus Station in around 9h 43m.

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