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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Stansted is to bus which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Stansted is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £90 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Stansted?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Labour-in-Vain Road via Ebbsfleet International station and Barrack Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Stansted?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Stansted. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ebbsfleet International via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 11m.

How far is it from Preston to Stansted?

The distance between Preston and Stansted is 241 miles. The road distance is 243.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Stansted without a car is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £90 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Preston to Stansted, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Stansted bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Stansted train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Stansted?

The best way to get from Preston to Stansted is to train which takes 3h 11m and costs £90 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £85 and takes 8h 49m.

Where does the Preston to Stansted bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Stansted train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Stansted?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Stansted is 243 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Preston to Stansted.

Where can I stay near Stansted?

There are 17116+ hotels available in Stansted.

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 11m
£93–173
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030
8h 49m
£42–82
Drive 241.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Stanstedcar 241.7 mi
4h 35m
£59–86
Train, 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
3. Take the train from London Charing Cross to Borough Green & Wrothamtrain
6h 32m
£97–344
Train, 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
8h 16m
£217–402

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) flights

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1h 9mAverage Duration

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Distance: 239.6 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Stansted, 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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