What is the cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from ExCeL London to Preston is to bus which costs £19 - £50 and takes 7h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Preston?

The fastest way to get from ExCeL London to Preston is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £50 - £230.

Is there a direct train between ExCeL London and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from ExCeL London station to Preston. However, there are services departing from West Silvertown DLR Station and arriving at Preston via Bank station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from ExCeL London to Preston?

The distance between ExCeL London and Preston is 218 miles. The road distance is 226.5 miles.

How do I travel from ExCeL London to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £50 - £230.

How long does it take to get from ExCeL London to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from ExCeL London to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the ExCeL London to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from ExCeL London to Preston?

The best way to get from ExCeL London to Preston is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £50 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £19 - £50 and takes 7h 49m.

Where does the ExCeL London to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from ExCeL London to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between ExCeL London to Preston is 227 miles. It takes approximately 3h 58m to drive from ExCeL London to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2170+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
3h 8m
£54–226
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Preston Coach Stationmegabus M11
7h 49m
£20–49
Drive 225.2 mi
1. Drive from ExCeL London to Preston225.2 mi
3h 58m
£57–82
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
4h 30m
£79–248
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LCY - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
5h 45m
£198–410
Fly London City Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)LCY - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Preston
6h 13m
£238–422
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
5h 29m
£93–246
Fly London City Airport to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)LCY - GLA
2. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Preston
5h 29m
£100–422

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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1h 6mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.5 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between ExCeL London, England and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £50–220 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Preston Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £17–25 and the journey takes 5h 55m. FlixBus also services this route once daily.

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