What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Watford Junction?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Watford Junction is to bus which costs £45 - £120 and takes 6h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Watford Junction?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Watford Junction is to train via Milton Keynes which takes 2h 10m and costs £35 - £120.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Watford Junction?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Watford Junction station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Watford Junction station via Birmingham Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Watford Junction?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Watford Junction. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Preston to Watford Junction?

The distance between Preston and Watford Junction is 192 miles. The road distance is 202.2 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Watford Junction without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Watford Junction without a car is to train via Milton Keynes which takes 2h 10m and costs £35 - £120.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Watford Junction?

It takes approximately 2h 10m to get from Preston to Watford Junction, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Watford Junction bus from?

Preston to Watford Junction bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Watford Junction train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Watford Junction?

The best way to get from Preston to Watford Junction is to train via Milton Keynes which takes 2h 10m and costs £35 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Preston to Watford Junction bus arrive?

Preston to Watford Junction bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Watford Junction train arrive?

Preston to Watford Junction train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Preston to Watford Junction?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Watford Junction is 202 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Preston to Watford Junction.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Watford Junction?

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Where can I stay near Watford Junction?

There are 20871+ hotels available in Watford Junction.

Preston to Watford Junction - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train via Milton Keynes
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1. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junctiontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2h 10m
£37–117
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 210 / ...
6h 48m
£47–114
Drive 201 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Watford Junctioncar 201 mi
3h 25m
£50–72
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
£67–271
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Watford Junctiontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 18m
£50–120
Train to Liverpool, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane LPL - LTN
6h 13m
£69–210
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 31m
£118–492

Preston to Watford Junction by train

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Distance: 190.5 mi
Duration: 2h 10m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Watford Junction, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Watford Junction via Milton Keynes Central in around 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Watford Junction station via Birmingham Coach Station, Heathrow Central Bus Station, and Heathrow Terminal 3 in around 6h 48m.

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