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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ramsgate is to bus which costs £29 - £60 and takes 11h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ramsgate is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £70 - £270.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Harbour via London Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Ramsgate?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Ramsgate. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ramsgate via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Preston to Ramsgate?

The distance between Preston and Ramsgate is 296 miles. The road distance is 299.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ramsgate without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £70 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Preston to Ramsgate, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ramsgate bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Ramsgate train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Ramsgate?

The best way to get from Preston to Ramsgate is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £70 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £60 and takes 11h 25m.

Where does the Preston to Ramsgate bus arrive?

Preston to Ramsgate bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria station.

Where does the Preston to Ramsgate train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Ramsgate?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ramsgate is 299 miles. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Preston to Ramsgate.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Ramsgate?

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Where can I stay near Ramsgate?

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Preston to Ramsgate - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Preston to Ramsgate by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to RamsgateSt Pancras International - Margate / ...
3h 58m
£72–270
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London VictoriaUk030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Harbour022
11h 25m
£29–59
Drive 297.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Ramsgate297.7 mi
5h 3m
£75–107
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 London St Pancras Intl to Ramsgate
5h 50m
£85–289
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intl
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ramsgate
7h 10m
£66–279
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London City Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London City Airport (LCY)MAN - LCY
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ramsgate
7h 15m
£219–487
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Ramsgate
7h 42m
£98–243
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterloo
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Ramsgate
6h 42m
£117–366

Preston to Ramsgate by train and foot

219Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293.8 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Ramsgate via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Harbour via London Victoria in around 11h 25m.

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