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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Croydon is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Croydon is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Croydon?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at London Victoria via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Croydon?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Croydon. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at East Croydon via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Preston to Croydon?

The distance between Preston and Croydon is 223 miles. The road distance is 228.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Croydon without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £60 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Preston to Croydon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Croydon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Croydon train from?

Preston to Croydon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Croydon?

The best way to get from Preston to Croydon is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Preston to Croydon bus arrive?

Preston to Croydon bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Preston to Croydon train arrive?

Preston to Croydon train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Preston to Croydon?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Croydon is 228 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Preston to Croydon.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Croydon?

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Where can I stay near Croydon?

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Preston to Croydon - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 56m
£61–131
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk030
7h 12m
£31–52
Drive 227.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Croydoncar 227.1 mi
4h 15m
£57–82
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
4h 31m
£88–307
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane LPL - LGW
6h
£77–183
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junctiontrain
5h 3m
£116–279
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane LPL - LHR
6h 48m
£143–529

Preston to Croydon by train and foot

224Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

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Distance: 221.6 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £70–120 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to London Victoria every 4 hours. Tickets cost £26–45 and the journey takes 6h 45m.

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