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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Seaham is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Seaham is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Seaham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Seaham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at New Strangford Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Seaham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Seaham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Seaham via Carlisle and Newcastle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Preston to Seaham?

The distance between Preston and Seaham is 168 miles. The road distance is 115.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Seaham without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 2m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Preston to Seaham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Seaham bus from?

Preston to Seaham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Seaham train from?

Preston to Seaham train services, operated by Virgin West Coast Trains, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Seaham?

The best way to get from Preston to Seaham is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 2m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 5h 38m.

Where does the Preston to Seaham bus arrive?

Preston to Seaham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Seaham train arrive?

Preston to Seaham train services, operated by Virgin West Coast Trains, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Seaham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Seaham is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Preston to Seaham.

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

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Where can I stay near Seaham?

There are 1887+ hotels available in Seaham.

Preston to Seaham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Seaham by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
4h 2m
Drive 114.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Seahamcar 114.9 mi
2h 25m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 38m
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York
2. Take the train from York to Seahamtrain London Kings Cross - Sunderland / ...
4h 31m
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Thornabytrain
3. Take the train from Thornaby to Seahamtrain
5h 2m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Seaham.

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Distance: 166.7 mi
Duration: 4h 2m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Seaham, County Durham, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Seaham via Carlisle and Newcastle in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to New Strangford Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 5h 38m.

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