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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Stanstead is to bus which costs £35 - £90 and takes 12h 37m.

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 20m 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 London Victoria, Bus Interchange and West Suffolk Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Stanstead?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Stanstead. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Thetford via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 25m.

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 25m and costs £100 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 25m 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 FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Stanstead train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Preston to Stanstead is to train which takes 8h 25m and costs £100 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £90 and takes 12h 37m.

Where does the Preston to Stanstead bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Stanstead train arrive?

Preston to Stanstead train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Stanstead?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Stanstead is 221 miles. It takes approximately 4h 20m to drive from Preston to Stanstead.

Where can I stay near Stanstead?

There are 494+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Thetfordtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
8h 25m
£109–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London Victoriabus Uk030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Bus Interchangebus 491 / ...
12h 37m
£40–89
Drive 219.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Stansteadcar 219.5 mi
4h 20m
£53–77

Preston to Stanstead by train, foot, and bus

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8h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 245.2 mi
Duration: 8h 25m

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 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Scotchford Bridge via London Victoria, Bus Interchange, and West Suffolk Hospital in around 12h 37m.

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