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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cleethorpes is to bus which costs £20 - £55 and takes 7h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cleethorpes is to drive which takes 2h 36m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Cleethorpes?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Cleethorpes. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Cleethorpes via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.

How far is it from Preston to Cleethorpes?

The distance between Preston and Cleethorpes is 144 miles. The road distance is 128 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cleethorpes without a car is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £26 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Preston to Cleethorpes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cleethorpes bus from?

Preston to Cleethorpes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cleethorpes train from?

Preston to Cleethorpes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Cleethorpes?

The best way to get from Preston to Cleethorpes is to train which takes 4h 20m and costs £26 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £55 and takes 7h 24m.

Where does the Preston to Cleethorpes bus arrive?

Preston to Cleethorpes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Cleethorpes train arrive?

Preston to Cleethorpes train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Cleethorpes?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Cleethorpes is 128 miles. It takes approximately 2h 36m to drive from Preston to Cleethorpes.

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

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Where can I stay near Cleethorpes?

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Preston to Cleethorpes - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

Q: Is there a direct bus between Preston and Cleethorpes?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Cleethorpes. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Elm Road via Shudehill Interchange, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Hull Interchange, Railway Station and Riverhead Exchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Cleethorpes by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to CleethorpesLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
4h 20m
£27–94
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus & Coach Station to Hull Interchange131 / ...
7h 24m
£21–53
Drive 127.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cleethorpes127.3 mi
2h 36m
£32–47

Preston to Cleethorpes by train

109Weekly Trains

4h 20mAverage Duration

£27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 143.1 mi
Duration: 4h 20m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Cleethorpes via Manchester Piccadilly in around 4h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Elm Road via Shudehill Interchange, Leeds City Bus Station, Leeds City Bus & Coach Station, Hull Interchange, Railway Station, and Riverhead Exchange in around 7h 24m.

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