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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cranfield is to bus which costs £30 - £45 and takes 4h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cranfield is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Cranfield?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Cranfield. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at War Memorial via Manchester Central Coach Station and Milton Keynes Coachway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Preston to Cranfield?

The distance between Preston and Cranfield is 174 miles. The road distance is 172.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cranfield without a car is to train and bus via Crewe which takes 3h 11m and costs £30 - £190.

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

It takes approximately 3h 11m to get from Preston to Cranfield, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cranfield bus from?

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

Where does the Preston to Cranfield bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Cranfield?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Cranfield is 172 miles. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Preston to Cranfield.

Where can I stay near Cranfield?

There are 1040+ hotels available in Cranfield.

Preston to Cranfield - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Cranfield 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, bus via Crewe
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Crewe
2. Take the train from Crewe to Milton Keynes Central
3. Take the bus from Central station to War MemorialC1 / ...
3h 11m
£33–189
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall StUk030
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Milton Keynes CentralBirmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
5h 55m
£26–70
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Manchester Central Coach Station181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachway540 / ...
4h 51m
£32–44
Drive 171.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cranfield171.1 mi
2h 57m
£43–62
Train, fly, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Milton Keynes Coachway
6h 23m
£88–262
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes CentralPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Central station to War MemorialC1 / ...
4h 1m
£35–143

Preston to Cranfield by train and bus

133Weekly Services

3h 11mAverage Duration

£33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 172.7 mi
Duration: 3h 11m

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

You can take a bus from Coach Stn to War Memorial via Manchester Central Coach Station and Milton Keynes Coachway in around 4h 51m.

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