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

The cheapest way to get from Eltham to Preston is to bus and train which costs £16 - £80 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Eltham to Preston is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £45 - £240.

Is there a direct train between Eltham and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Eltham to Preston. However, there are services departing from Eltham and arriving at Preston via London Bridge station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Eltham to Preston?

The distance between Eltham and Preston is 220 miles. The road distance is 230.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Eltham to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £45 - £240.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Eltham to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Eltham to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Eltham to Preston train arrive?

Eltham to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Eltham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Eltham to Preston is 231 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Eltham to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2147+ hotels available in Preston.

Eltham to Preston - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Eltham 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 - Preston / ...
3h 6m
£46–233
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
6h 49m
£17–76
Drive 229.2 mi
1. Drive from Eltham to Prestoncar 229.2 mi
4h 6m
£56–80
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Abbey Wood 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
5h 1m
£68–255
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
6h 5m
£178–591
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 19m
£81–253
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 41m
£231–735
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain
5h 47m
£91–296

Eltham to Preston by train, foot, and bus

251Weekly Services

6h 49mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.8 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £40–220 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.

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