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

The cheapest way to get from Gillingham to Preston is to bus which costs £21 - £35 and takes 8h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gillingham to Preston is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £55 - £160.

Is there a direct bus between Gillingham and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Gillingham to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Chatham and arriving at Bus Station via Newhall St. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Gillingham and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Gillingham to Preston. However, there are services departing from Gillingham (Kent) and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 27m.

How far is it from Gillingham to Preston?

The distance between Gillingham and Preston is 245 miles. The road distance is 259.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gillingham to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £55 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Gillingham to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Preston bus from?

Gillingham to Preston bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, depart from Chatham station.

Where do I catch the Gillingham to Preston train from?

Gillingham to Preston train services, operated by Southeastern, depart from Gillingham (Kent) station.

Train or bus from Gillingham to Preston?

The best way to get from Gillingham to Preston is to train which takes 3h 27m and costs £55 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 8h 23m.

Where does the Gillingham to Preston bus arrive?

Gillingham to Preston bus services, operated by Eurobus SK, arrive at Birmingham station.

Where does the Gillingham to Preston train arrive?

Gillingham to Preston train services, operated by Southeastern, arrive at London St Pancras Intl station.

Can I drive from Gillingham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Gillingham to Preston is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 16m to drive from Gillingham to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2186+ hotels available in Preston.

Gillingham to Preston - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Gillingham 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 Gillingham (Kent) to London St Pancras Intltrain Faversham - St Pancras International / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
3h 27m
£58–154
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chatham to Birminghambus Michalovce
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 23m
£21–30
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
7h 42m
£64–143
Drive 258.1 mi
1. Drive from Gillingham to Prestoncar 258.1 mi
4h 16m
£64–92
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 3m
£95–284
Train to London City Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 35m
£201–611
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to London Victoriatrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
6h 12m
£126–273
Train to London City Airport, fly to Liverpool, train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LCY - LPL
3. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
7h 6m
£253–711
Train to London City Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Gillingham (Kent) to Stratford Internationaltrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)plane LCY - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Central to Prestontrain
6h 21m
£130–377

Gillingham to Preston by train and foot

218Weekly Services

3h 27mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 243.2 mi
Duration: 3h 27m

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

You can take a train from Gillingham (Kent) to Preston via London St Pancras Intl and London Euston in around 3h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chatham to Bus Station via Birmingham and Newhall St in around 8h 23m.

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