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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Stanstead is to drive which costs £50 - £80 and takes 4h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Stanstead is to drive which takes 4h 19m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Scotchford Bridge via Newhall St, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 17m.

How far is it from Preston to Stanstead?

The distance between Preston and Stanstead is 247 miles. The road distance is 220.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Stanstead without a car is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £120 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 5m to get from Preston to Stanstead, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Stanstead bus from?

Preston to Stanstead bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Preston to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Preston to Stanstead is to train which takes 8h 5m and costs £120 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 17m.

Where does the Preston to Stanstead bus arrive?

Preston to Stanstead bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Newhall St station.

Can I drive from Preston to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Stanstead is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 19m to drive from Preston to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 106+ hotels available in Stanstead.

Preston to Stanstead - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Stanstead by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Preston - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
8h 5m
£121–171
Drive 219.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Stansteadcar 219.5 mi
4h 19m
£54–78
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Newhall Stbus
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 727 / ...
12h 17m

Preston to Stanstead by train, foot, and bus

50Weekly Services

8h 5mAverage Duration

£121Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Preston to Stanstead.

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Distance: 245.1 mi
Duration: 8h 5m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Scotchford Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly, Thetford, Bus Interchange, and Bus Station in around 8h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Scotchford Bridge via Newhall St, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Bus Station, and Bus Station in around 12h 17m.

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