What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Butlins Skegness?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Butlins Skegness is to bus and train which costs £26 - £90 and takes 8h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Butlins Skegness?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Butlins Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 14m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Butlins Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Butlins Skegness. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Butlins via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 38m.

How far is it from Preston to Butlins Skegness?

The distance between Preston and Butlins Skegness is 204 miles. The road distance is 161.9 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Butlins Skegness without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Butlins Skegness without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 6h 15m and costs £40 - £160.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Butlins Skegness?

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Preston to Butlins Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Butlins Skegness bus from?

Preston to Butlins Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stn station.

Train or bus from Preston to Butlins Skegness?

The best way to get from Preston to Butlins Skegness is to train via Leeds which takes 6h 15m and costs £40 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £40 - £75 and takes 11h 38m.

Where does the Preston to Butlins Skegness bus arrive?

Preston to Butlins Skegness bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Butlins Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Butlins Skegness is 162 miles. It takes approximately 3h 14m to drive from Preston to Butlins Skegness.

Where can I stay near Butlins Skegness?

There are 1373+ hotels available in Butlins Skegness.

Preston to Butlins Skegness - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Butlins Skegness by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Grantham
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegness
6h 15m
£41–157
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Station
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegness
8h 22m
£27–89
Drive 161 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Butlins Skegness161 mi
3h 14m
£41–59
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegness
7h 5m
£38–138
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Birmingham Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Bus Station151
11h 38m
£41–74

Preston to Butlins Skegness by train, bus, and foot

48Weekly Services

6h 15mAverage Duration

£41Cheapest Price

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Distance: 202.5 mi
Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Butlins Skegness, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Butlins Skegness via Leeds, Grantham, Skegness, Bus Station, and Butlins in around 6h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Butlins Skegness via Birmingham Coach Station, Bus Station, Bus Station, and Butlins in around 11h 38m.

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