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 London Victoria, Bus Interchange and West Suffolk Hospital. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 27m.

How far is it from Preston to Stanstead?

The distance between Preston and Stanstead is 279 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 via London which takes 6h 52m and costs £70 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m 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.

Train or bus from Preston to Stanstead?

The best way to get from Preston to Stanstead is to train via London which takes 6h 52m and costs £70 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £100 and takes 12h 27m.

Where does the Preston to Stanstead bus arrive?

Preston to Stanstead bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at London Victoria 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 455+ hotels available in Stanstead.

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

There are 5 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 via London
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London Eustontrain Preston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Marks Teytrain London Liverpool Street - Ipswich / ...
6h 52m
£72–259
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 27m
£48–97
Drive 219.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Stansteadcar 219.5 mi
4h 19m
£53–76
Train
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 6m
£55–143
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Elytrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
8h 39m
£70–161

Preston to Stanstead by train and bus

84Weekly Services

6h 52mAverage Duration

£72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 276.9 mi
Duration: 6h 52m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Stanway Close via London Euston, Euston Station, Stratford City Bus Station, Stratford (London), Marks Tey, Sudbury (Suffolk), and Bus Station in around 6h 52m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Scotchford Bridge via London Victoria, Bus Interchange, and West Suffolk Hospital in around 12h 27m.

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