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

The cheapest way to get from Harpenden to Preston is to drive which costs £45 - £70 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Harpenden to Preston is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £55 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Harpenden and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Harpenden to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Old Cock Inn and arriving at Bus Station via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Harpenden and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Harpenden to Preston. However, there are services departing from Harpenden and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 10m.

How far is it from Harpenden to Preston?

The distance between Harpenden and Preston is 234 miles. The road distance is 194.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Harpenden to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £55 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 3h 10m to get from Harpenden to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Preston bus from?

Harpenden to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Milton Keynes Coachway station.

Where do I catch the Harpenden to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Harpenden to Preston?

The best way to get from Harpenden to Preston is to train which takes 3h 10m and costs £55 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £80 and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Harpenden to Preston bus arrive?

Harpenden to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Harpenden to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Harpenden to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Harpenden to Preston is 194 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Harpenden to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

There are 8 ways to get from Harpenden 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 10m
£58–255
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Central stationbus Mk1
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
5h 4m
£39–204
Bus
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
6h 21m
£43–80
Drive 193.3 mi
1. Drive from Harpenden to Prestoncar 193.3 mi
3h 10m
£48–69
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Manchester Airport, train
1. Take the train from Harpenden to Farringdontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 46m
£87–280
Bus, train via Coventry
1. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Bus Stationbus X3 / ...
2. Take the train from Bletchley to Coventrytrain
3. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
7h 23m
£42–206
Fly Luton Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
5h 36m
£61–176
Fly Luton Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
5h 57m
£70–160

Harpenden to Preston by train and foot

218Weekly Services

3h 10mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 232.8 mi
Duration: 3h 10m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £45–220 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Old Cock Inn to Bus Station via Luton Station Interchange, Milton Keynes Coachway, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h 21m.

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