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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Peterborough is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Peterborough is to drive which takes 3h 2m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Peterborough?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Peterborough. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Peterborough via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Preston to Peterborough?

The distance between Preston and Peterborough is 171 miles. The road distance is 161.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Peterborough without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £29 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Preston to Peterborough, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Peterborough train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Peterborough train arrive?

Preston to Peterborough train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Preston to Peterborough?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Peterborough is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 2m to drive from Preston to Peterborough.

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

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Where can I stay near Peterborough?

There are 458+ hotels available in Peterborough.

Preston to Peterborough - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Peterborough by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Peterboroughtrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
3h 50m
£30–93
Train via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Birmingham New Streettrain Preston - Rugby / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Peterboroughtrain Birmingham New Street - Stansted Airport / ...
4h 17m
£21–132
Drive 160.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Peterboroughcar 160.5 mi
3h 2m
£40–57
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from King's Cross to Peterboroughtrain
4h 55m
£76–295
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Preston - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterboroughtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
4h 44m
£37–138

Preston to Peterborough by train

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 169.8 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Peterborough via Leeds in around 3h 50m.

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