What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Crystal Palace?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Crystal Palace is to bus which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Crystal Palace?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Crystal Palace is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £60 - £220.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Crystal Palace?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Crystal Palace. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Crystal Palace via Euston station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 58m.

How far is it from Preston to Crystal Palace?

The distance between Preston and Crystal Palace is 221 miles. The road distance is 225.1 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Crystal Palace without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Crystal Palace without a car is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £60 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Crystal Palace?

It takes approximately 2h 58m to get from Preston to Crystal Palace, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Crystal Palace train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Crystal Palace?

The best way to get from Preston to Crystal Palace is to train which takes 2h 58m and costs £60 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £24 - £35 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Preston to Crystal Palace train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Crystal Palace?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Crystal Palace is 225 miles. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Preston to Crystal Palace.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Crystal Palace?

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Where can I stay near Crystal Palace?

There are 19754+ hotels available in Crystal Palace.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Crystal Palace by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2h 58m
£61–220
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Preston Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrival Hallmegabus M11 / ...
7h 12m
£24–32
Drive 223.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Crystal Palace223.8 mi
4h 13m
£56–80
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
4h 40m
£87–254
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)MAN - LCY
6h 41m
£196–404
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
6h 21m
£91–209
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junction
5h 36m
£90–231

Preston to Crystal Palace by train and subway

219Weekly Services

2h 58mAverage Duration

£61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 219.3 mi
Duration: 2h 58m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Crystal Palace, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Preston to London Euston hourly. Tickets cost £50–210 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Megabus UK operates a bus from Preston Coach Station to London Victoria Coach Station Arrival Hall 3 times a week. Tickets cost £18–25 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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