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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Skegness is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Skegness is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Skegness?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Dorothy Avenue via Shudehill Interchange, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Central Bus Station and Mill Inn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Skegness?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Skegness. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Skegness via Leeds and Grantham. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Preston to Skegness?

The distance between Preston and Skegness is 200 miles. The road distance is 160.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Skegness without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 5h 47m and costs £35 - £160.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Preston to Skegness, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Skegness bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Skegness train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Skegness?

The best way to get from Preston to Skegness is to train via Leeds which takes 5h 47m and costs £35 - £160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 10h 20m.

Where does the Preston to Skegness bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Skegness train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Skegness?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Skegness is 161 miles. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Preston to Skegness.

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

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Where can I stay near Skegness?

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

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

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leeds
2. Take the train from Leeds to Grantham
3. Take the train from Grantham to Skegness
5h 47m
£39–153
Train
cheapest
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 Skegness
6h 37m
£35–135
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Broad Marsh Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Broad Marsh Bus Station to Rail Station Car Park451
4. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Mill InnB5 / ...
10h 20m
Drive 159.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Skegness159.7 mi
3h 10m
£40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Meadowhall
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Lincoln Central
4. Take the bus from Central Bus Station to Mill InnB5 / ...
8h 47m

Preston to Skegness by train

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Distance: 198.4 mi
Duration: 5h 47m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Skegness via Leeds and Grantham in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Dorothy Avenue via Shudehill Interchange, Broad Marsh Bus Station, Rail Station Car Park, Central Bus Station, and Mill Inn in around 10h 20m.

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