What is the cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from South Benfleet to Preston is to train and bus which costs £45 - £65 and takes 8h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Preston?

The fastest way to get from South Benfleet to Preston is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £130.

Is there a direct bus between South Benfleet and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from South Benfleet to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Kents Hill Road and arriving at Bus Station via Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 39m.

Is there a direct train between South Benfleet and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from South Benfleet to Preston. However, there are services departing from Benfleet and arriving at Preston via West Ham station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from South Benfleet to Preston?

The distance between South Benfleet and Preston is 241 miles. The road distance is 247.9 miles.

How do I travel from South Benfleet to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £130.

How long does it take to get from South Benfleet to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from South Benfleet to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the South Benfleet to Preston bus from?

South Benfleet to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the South Benfleet to Preston train from?

South Benfleet to Preston train services, operated by c2c, depart from Benfleet station.

Train or bus from South Benfleet to Preston?

The best way to get from South Benfleet to Preston is to train which takes 3h 45m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £70 and takes 8h 39m.

Where does the South Benfleet to Preston bus arrive?

South Benfleet to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the South Benfleet to Preston train arrive?

South Benfleet to Preston train services, operated by c2c, arrive at West Ham station.

Can I drive from South Benfleet to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between South Benfleet to Preston is 248 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from South Benfleet to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from South Benfleet to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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South Benfleet to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from South Benfleet to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain Shoeburyness - London Fenchurch Street / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
3h 45m
£58–128
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 39m
£44–68
Drive 246.4 mi
1. Drive from South Benfleet to Prestoncar 246.4 mi
4h 4m
£62–90
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 8m
£94–325
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain
2. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Bus Stationbus 125
8h 54m
£45–65
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 24m
£233–402
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Benfleet to West Hamtrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 23m
£334–643

South Benfleet to Preston by train, subway, and foot

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Distance: 239.5 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between South Benfleet, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Benfleet to Preston via West Ham, West Ham station, King's Cross St. Pancras station, and London Euston in around 3h 45m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Station 5 times a day. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 6h.

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