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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Mablethorpe is to drive which costs £35 - £55 and takes 3h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Mablethorpe is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs £35 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Mablethorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Mablethorpe station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Central Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Mablethorpe?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Mablethorpe. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Skegness via Manchester Piccadilly and Nottingham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Preston to Mablethorpe?

The distance between Preston and Mablethorpe is 175 miles. The road distance is 150.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Mablethorpe without a car is to train and line 251 bus which takes 6h 37m and costs £45 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 6h 37m to get from Preston to Mablethorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Mablethorpe bus from?

Preston to Mablethorpe bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Mablethorpe train from?

Preston to Mablethorpe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Mablethorpe?

The best way to get from Preston to Mablethorpe is to bus which takes 9h 40m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £90 - £160 and takes 7h 56m.

Where does the Preston to Mablethorpe bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Mablethorpe train arrive?

Preston to Mablethorpe train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Mablethorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Mablethorpe is 151 miles. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Preston to Mablethorpe.

Where can I stay near Mablethorpe?

There are 1873+ hotels available in Mablethorpe.

Preston to Mablethorpe - 4 ways to travel via train, line 251 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 251 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Grimsby Towntrain
3. Take the bus from St James Church Stop 2 to Bus Stationbus 251
6h 37m
£49–97
Drive 150.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Mablethorpecar 150.1 mi
3h 21m
£37–53
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to 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 Rail Station Car Parkbus 451
4. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 50
9h 40m
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottinghamtrain
3. Take the train from Nottingham to Skegnesstrain
7h 56m
£94–152

Preston to Mablethorpe by train and bus

110Weekly Services

6h 37mAverage Duration

£49Cheapest Price

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Distance: 173.8 mi
Duration: 6h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Nottingham Broad Marsh Bus Station, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Rail Station Car Park, Central Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 9h 40m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Bus Station via Manchester Piccadilly, Nottingham, Skegness, and Bus Station in around 7h 56m.

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