What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to ExCeL London?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to ExCeL London is to bus which costs £15 - £50 and takes 6h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to ExCeL London?

The fastest way to get from Preston to ExCeL London is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £55 - £220.

Is there a direct train between Preston and ExCeL London?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to ExCeL London station. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at West Silvertown DLR Station via Euston station and Bank DLR Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

How far is it from Preston to ExCeL London?

The distance between Preston and ExCeL London is 218 miles. The road distance is 223.7 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to ExCeL London without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to ExCeL London without a car is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £55 - £220.

How long does it take to get from Preston to ExCeL London?

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Preston to ExCeL London, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to ExCeL London train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to ExCeL London?

The best way to get from Preston to ExCeL London is to train which takes 2h 49m and costs £55 - £220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £50 and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Preston to ExCeL London train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to ExCeL London?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to ExCeL London is 224 miles. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Preston to ExCeL London.

Where can I stay near ExCeL London?

There are 19718+ hotels available in ExCeL London.

Preston to ExCeL London - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Preston to ExCeL London by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2h 49m
£58–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Finchley Road / O2 CentreUk023 / ...
6h 42m
£16–49
Drive 222.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to ExCeL London222.4 mi
4h 4m
£56–81
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 32m
£79–243
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Marble Arch540 / ...
6h 43m
£19–82
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 35m
£199–405
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
5h 41m
£243–423
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 24m
£105–384
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 28m
£94–297

Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) flights

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1h 7mAverage Duration

£54Cheapest Price

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Distance: 216.5 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

What companies run services between Preston, England and ExCeL London, 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, you can take a bus from Bus Station to ExCeL London via Shudehill Interchange, Finchley Road / O2 Centre, Finchley Road station, and North Greenwich station in around 6h 42m.

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