What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to East Grinstead?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to East Grinstead is to train and bus which costs £40 - £70 and takes 9h 6m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to East Grinstead?

The fastest way to get from Preston to East Grinstead is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £60 - £140.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and East Grinstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to East Grinstead. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sackville College via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5 and Gatwick South Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and East Grinstead?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to East Grinstead. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at East Grinstead via Euston station and London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 43m.

How far is it from Preston to East Grinstead?

The distance between Preston and East Grinstead is 242 miles. The road distance is 254.3 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to East Grinstead without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to East Grinstead without a car is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £60 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Preston to East Grinstead?

It takes approximately 3h 43m to get from Preston to East Grinstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to East Grinstead bus from?

Preston to East Grinstead bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to East Grinstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to East Grinstead?

The best way to get from Preston to East Grinstead is to train which takes 3h 43m and costs £60 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 7h 40m.

Where does the Preston to East Grinstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to East Grinstead train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to East Grinstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to East Grinstead is 254 miles. It takes approximately 4h 25m to drive from Preston to East Grinstead.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to East Grinstead?

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Where can I stay near East Grinstead?

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

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There are 7 ways to get from Preston to East Grinstead by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Victoria to East Grinsteadtrain London Victoria - East Grinstead
3h 43m
£62–135
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport to Gatwick Airport South Terminalbus Uk980
9h 6m
£41–68
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to South Terminal Bus Stationbus 230 / ...
7h 40m
£54–82
Drive 252.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to East Grinsteadcar 252.9 mi
4h 25m
£63–90
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Victoria to East Grinsteadtrain
5h 18m
£94–306
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Gatwick Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
6h 16m
£70–198
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 24m
£76–168

Preston to East Grinstead by train and bus

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Distance: 240.5 mi
Duration: 3h 43m

What companies run services between Preston, England and East Grinstead, England?

You can take a train from Preston to East Grinstead via London Euston, Euston station, Victoria station, and London Victoria in around 3h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sackville College via Manchester Central Coach Station, Heathrow Terminal 5, South Terminal Bus Station, and Gatwick South Terminal in around 7h 40m.

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