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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Grantham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Grantham is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Grantham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Grantham. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Finkin Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Grantham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Grantham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Grantham via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 31m.

How far is it from Preston to Grantham?

The distance between Preston and Grantham is 142 miles. The road distance is 130.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Grantham without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 3h 31m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 31m to get from Preston to Grantham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Grantham bus from?

Preston to Grantham bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, depart from Preston Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Grantham train from?

Preston to Grantham train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Grantham?

The best way to get from Preston to Grantham is to train via Leeds which takes 3h 31m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 42m.

Where does the Preston to Grantham bus arrive?

Preston to Grantham bus services, operated by FlixBus-eu, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Grantham train arrive?

Preston to Grantham train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Preston to Grantham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Grantham is 131 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Preston to Grantham.

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

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Where can I stay near Grantham?

There are 244+ hotels available in Grantham.

Preston to Grantham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Grantham by train, bus, or car

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Granthamtrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 31m
Drive 129.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Granthamcar 129.8 mi
2h 28m
£32–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Finkin Streetbus Lc9
6h 42m
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Preston - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Granthamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 11m

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Map of how to get from Preston to Grantham.

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Distance: 140.8 mi
Duration: 3h 31m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Grantham via Leeds in around 3h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to Finkin Street via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 6h 42m.

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