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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Paddington is to bus which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Paddington is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £60 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Paddington?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Paddington station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Paddington Station via Finchley Road Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Paddington?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Paddington. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at London Euston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Preston to Paddington?

The distance between Preston and Paddington is 211 miles. The road distance is 215.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Paddington without a car is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Preston to Paddington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Paddington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Paddington train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Paddington?

The best way to get from Preston to Paddington is to train which takes 2h 30m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £28 - £50 and takes 6h 38m.

Where does the Preston to Paddington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Paddington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Paddington?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Paddington is 216 miles. It takes approximately 3h 47m to drive from Preston to Paddington.

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

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Where can I stay near Paddington?

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Preston to Paddington 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 30m
£63–125
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030
6h 38m
£29–47
Drive 214.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Paddingtoncar 214.7 mi
3h 47m
£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
3h 40m
£80–304
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 31m
£47–118
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 13m
£222–402
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 Readingtrain
4. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
5h 16m
£124–274
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 1m
£135–514

Preston to Paddington by train and bus

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2h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 210 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £70–130 and the journey takes 2h 12m. 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 £27–45 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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