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 27m.

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 27m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Grantham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Grantham station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange and Broad Marsh Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

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 22m.

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 22m and costs £29 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 22m 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, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Grantham train from?

Preston to Grantham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, 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 22m and costs £29 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 27m.

Where does the Preston to Grantham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Grantham train arrive?

Preston to Grantham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, 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 27m 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?

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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 LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to GranthamLeeds - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 22m
£29–112
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Greyfriar Gate
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Bus Station93
6h 27m
Drive 129.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Grantham129.8 mi
2h 27m
£32–47
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to GranthamLiverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 20m
£36–103

Preston to Grantham by train

131Weekly Trains

3h 22mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 140.8 mi
Duration: 3h 22m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Grantham via Leeds in around 3h 22m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange, Greyfriar Gate, and Broad Marsh Bus Station in around 6h 27m.

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