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

The cheapest way to get from Harlow to Preston is to bus which costs £50 - £80 and takes 7h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harlow to Preston is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £70 - £220.

Is there a direct bus between Harlow and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Harlow station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Temp Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Harlow and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Harlow to Preston. However, there are services departing from Harlow Town and arriving at Preston via Tottenham Hale and London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

How far is it from Harlow to Preston?

The distance between Harlow and Preston is 232 miles. The road distance is 219 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harlow to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £70 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 3h 4m to get from Harlow to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harlow to Preston bus from?

Harlow to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Temp Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Harlow to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Harlow to Preston?

The best way to get from Harlow to Preston is to train which takes 3h 4m and costs £70 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £80 and takes 7h 32m.

Where does the Harlow to Preston bus arrive?

Harlow to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where does the Harlow to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harlow to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Harlow to Preston is 219 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Harlow to Preston.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Harlow to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

There are 7 ways to get from Harlow 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 4m
£72–214
Drive 217.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Harlow to Prestoncar 217.8 mi
3h 42m
£54–77
Bus
1. Take the bus from Temp Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 737
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
3. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
7h 32m
£55–79
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 52m
£76–254
Fly London Stansted Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 43m
£57–189
Fly London Stansted Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane STN - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 2m
£66–202
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 37m
£117–275

Harlow to Preston by train and subway

218Weekly Services

3h 4mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 230.8 mi
Duration: 3h 4m

What companies run services between Harlow, Essex, England and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £75–190 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Temp Bus Station to Bus Station via Milton Keynes Coachway and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 7h 32m.

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