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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Eltham is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Eltham is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £55 - £230.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Eltham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Eltham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Eltham via Euston station and London Bridge. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Preston to Eltham?

The distance between Preston and Eltham is 220 miles. The road distance is 227.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Eltham without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs £55 - £230.

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

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Eltham train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Eltham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Eltham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Eltham is 227 miles. It takes approximately 4h 9m to drive from Preston to Eltham.

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

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Where can I stay near Eltham?

There are 18971+ hotels available in Eltham.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Eltham by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2h 56m
£58–222
Drive 226.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Eltham226.1 mi
4h 9m
£57–82
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 39m
£84–256
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
5h 57m
£202–409
Train to Liverpool, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London City Airport (LCY)LPL - LCY
6h 3m
£261–506
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London City Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London City Airport (LCY)EDI - LCY
5h 44m
£108–367
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 London Waterloo
5h 42m
£104–311

Preston to Eltham by train and subway

219Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.8 mi
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Eltham, 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.

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