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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ilford is to train and bus which costs £20 - £85 and takes 6h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ilford is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £55 - £220.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Ilford?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Ilford. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ilford via Euston station and Liverpool Street Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

How far is it from Preston to Ilford?

The distance between Preston and Ilford is 220 miles. The road distance is 222.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ilford without a car is to train which takes 2h 45m and costs £55 - £220.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Preston to Ilford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ilford train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Ilford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Ilford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ilford is 223 miles. It takes approximately 3h 54m to drive from Preston to Ilford.

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

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Where can I stay near Ilford?

There are 19085+ hotels available in Ilford.

Preston to Ilford - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Ilford by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2h 45m
£57–212
Train, bus
cheapest
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
£21–84
Drive 221.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Ilford221.6 mi
3h 54m
£56–81
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 to Ilford
4h 24m
£79–263
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
£201–421
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 4m
£265–509

Preston to Ilford by train and subway

219Weekly Services

2h 45mAverage Duration

£57Cheapest Price

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Distance: 218.3 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Ilford, 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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