What is the cheapest way to get from Stratford (London) to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Stratford (London) to Preston is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Stratford (London) to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Stratford (London) to Preston is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £65 - £150.

Is there a direct bus between Stratford (London) and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Stratford (London) station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Stratford City Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Baker Street Station and Finchley Road / O2 Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Stratford (London) and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Stratford (London) station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Stratford station and arriving at Preston via Bank station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 54m.

How far is it from Stratford (London) to Preston?

The distance between Stratford (London) and Preston is 217 miles. The road distance is 224.5 miles.

How do I travel from Stratford (London) to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Stratford (London) to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £65 - £150.

How long does it take to get from Stratford (London) to Preston?

It takes approximately 2h 54m to get from Stratford (London) to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stratford (London) to Preston bus from?

Stratford (London) to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where do I catch the Stratford (London) to Preston train from?

Stratford (London) to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from London Euston station.

Train or bus from Stratford (London) to Preston?

The best way to get from Stratford (London) to Preston is to train which takes 2h 54m and costs £65 - £150. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Stratford (London) to Preston bus arrive?

Stratford (London) to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Stratford (London) to Preston train arrive?

Stratford (London) to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Stratford (London) to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stratford (London) to Preston is 224 miles. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Stratford (London) to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Stratford (London) to Preston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Stratford (London) to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Stratford (London) to Preston - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Stratford (London) to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2h 54m
£68–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 4m
£31–51
Drive 223.2 mi
1. Drive from Stratford (London) to Prestoncar 223.2 mi
3h 56m
£55–79
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
3h 59m
£85–301
Bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
8h 43m
£42–92
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 56m
£216–383
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 4m
£123–289
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 14m
£246–582

Stratford (London) to Preston by subway and train

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2h 54mAverage Duration

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Distance: 215.6 mi
Duration: 2h 54m

What companies run services between Stratford (London), England and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £27–45 and the journey takes 6h.

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