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

The cheapest way to get from Guildford to Preston is to bus and train which costs £25 - £90 and takes 7h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guildford to Preston is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £65 - £200.

Is there a direct train between Guildford and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Guildford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Guildford and arriving at Preston via Waterloo station and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

How far is it from Guildford to Preston?

The distance between Guildford and Preston is 241 miles. The road distance is 226 miles.

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

The best way to get from Guildford to Preston without a car is to train via London which takes 3h 45m and costs £65 - £200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Guildford to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guildford to Preston train from?

Guildford to Preston train services, operated by South Western Railway, depart from Guildford station.

Where does the Guildford to Preston train arrive?

Guildford to Preston train services, operated by South Western Railway, arrive at London Waterloo station.

Can I drive from Guildford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Guildford to Preston is 226 miles. It takes approximately 4h 6m to drive from Guildford to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Preston.

Guildford to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Guildford to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London
best
1. Take the train from Guildford to London Waterlootrain Guildford - London Waterloo / ...
2. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
3h 45m
£66–192
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 120 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
7h 53m
£26–89
Drive 224.7 mi
1. Drive from Guildford to Prestoncar 224.7 mi
4h 6m
£56–80
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 17m
£59–227
Train
1. Take the train from Guildford to Readingtrain
2. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
5h 43m
£35–321
Train to Southampton Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Woking 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
4h 34m
£89–212
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 38m
£131–378

Guildford to Preston by bus and train

140Weekly Services

7h 53mAverage Duration

£26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.7 mi
Duration: 3h 45m

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

You can take a train from Guildford to Preston via London Waterloo, Waterloo station, Euston station, and London Euston in around 3h 45m.

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