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

The cheapest way to get from Gravesend to Preston is to bus which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Gravesend to Preston is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £55 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Gravesend and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Gravesend to Preston. However, there are services departing from Gravesend and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

How far is it from Gravesend to Preston?

The distance between Gravesend and Preston is 234 miles. The road distance is 251.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Gravesend to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £55 - £230.

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

It takes approximately 3h 5m to get from Gravesend to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Gravesend to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Gravesend to Preston?

The best way to get from Gravesend to Preston is to train which takes 3h 5m and costs £55 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £80 and takes 8h 51m.

Where does the Gravesend to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Gravesend to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Gravesend to Preston is 251 miles. It takes approximately 4h 5m to drive from Gravesend to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Preston.

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

There are 8 ways to get from Gravesend 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 Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
3h 5m
£56–224
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gravesend 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 12m
£26–106
Drive 249.8 mi
1. Drive from Gravesend to Prestoncar 249.8 mi
4h 5m
£61–88
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
4h 56m
£77–264
Bus
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus Stationbus Uk030
8h 51m
£39–76
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 18m
£205–513
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport
1. Take the train from Gravesend to London Waterloo Easttrain
2. Take the train from London Waterloo 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
5h 44m
£101–280
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 30m
£242–756

Gravesend to Preston by train and foot

226Weekly Services

3h 5mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 233.1 mi
Duration: 3h 5m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £50–200 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 £18–45 and the journey takes 6h.

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