What is the cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Potters Bar to Preston is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 7h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Potters Bar to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Potters Bar to Preston is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £55 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Potters Bar and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Potters Bar to Preston. However, there are services departing from Potters Bar and arriving at Preston via London Euston. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.

How far is it from Potters Bar to Preston?

The distance between Potters Bar and Preston is 223 miles. The road distance is 208.8 miles.

How do I travel from Potters Bar to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Potters Bar to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £55 - £230.

How long does it take to get from Potters Bar to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 8m to get from Potters Bar to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Potters Bar to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Potters Bar to Preston?

The best way to get from Potters Bar to Preston is to train which takes 3h 8m and costs £55 - £230. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 7h 37m.

Where does the Potters Bar to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Potters Bar to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Potters Bar to Preston is 209 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Potters Bar to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Potters Bar to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2124+ hotels available in Preston.

Potters Bar to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Potters Bar 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 PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
3h 8m
£56–225
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road / O2 Centre to Bus StationUk030
7h 37m
£25–54
Drive 207.6 mi
1. Drive from Potters Bar to Preston207.6 mi
3h 22m
£52–74
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
4h 52m
£87–246
Train to Luton Airport, fly, train
1. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Luton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LTN - MAN
3. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
6h 26m
£74–204

Potters Bar to Preston by train and foot

196Weekly Services

3h 8mAverage Duration

£56Cheapest Price

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Distance: 221.3 mi
Duration: 3h 8m

What companies run services between Potters Bar, England and Preston, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £50–210 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 every 3 hours. Tickets cost £17–35 and the journey takes 6h.

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