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

The cheapest way to get from Barking to Preston is to bus and train which costs £18 - £85 and takes 7h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barking to Preston is to subway and train which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £220.

Is there a direct train between Barking and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Barking station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Barking station and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Barking to Preston?

The distance between Barking and Preston is 219 miles. The road distance is 227.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barking to Preston without a car is to subway and train which takes 3h 18m and costs £40 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 18m to get from Barking to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barking to Preston train from?

Barking to Preston train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), depart from Barking station.

Where does the Barking to Preston train arrive?

Barking to Preston train services, operated by London Underground (Tube), arrive at King's Cross St. Pancras station.

Can I drive from Barking to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Barking to Preston is 227 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Barking to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Barking to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2148+ hotels available in Preston.

Barking to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, subway, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Barking to Preston by subway, train, bus, car, or plane

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Subway, train
best
1. Take the subway from Barking station to King's Cross St. Pancras stationsubway Hammersmith & City / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
3h 18m
£42–214
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 540 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
7h 31m
£19–84
Drive 226.1 mi
1. Drive from Barking to Prestoncar 226.1 mi
3h 53m
£55–79
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
4h 36m
£171–502
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Ilford to Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3train
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 19m
£65–245
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
4h 52m
£228–648

Barking to Preston by subway, foot, and train

216Weekly Services

3h 18mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 217.9 mi
Duration: 3h 18m

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

There is no direct connection from Barking to Preston. However, you can take the subway to King's Cross St. Pancras station, walk to London Euston, then take the train to Preston. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Barking station to Preston via Sloane Square station, London Victoria, Manchester Airport The Station, and Manchester Airport in around 7h 31m.

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