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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Suffolk is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Suffolk is to train via London which takes 4h 8m and costs £65 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Suffolk?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Suffolk. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Stowmarket via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

How far is it from Preston to Suffolk?

The distance between Preston and Suffolk is 293 miles. The road distance is 230.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Suffolk without a car is to train via London which takes 4h 8m and costs £65 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Preston to Suffolk, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Suffolk train from?

Preston to Suffolk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Suffolk train arrive?

Preston to Suffolk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at London Euston station.

Can I drive from Preston to Suffolk?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Suffolk is 230 miles. It takes approximately 4h 35m to drive from Preston to Suffolk.

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

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Where can I stay near Suffolk?

There are 829+ hotels available in Suffolk.

Preston to Suffolk - 8 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Preston to Suffolk by train, car, or plane

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 London Liverpool Street to Stowmarkettrain London Liverpool Street - Norwich / ...
4h 8m
£68–246
Drive 229 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Suffolkcar 229 mi
4h 35m
£57–81
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stowmarkettrain
5h 50m
£86–337
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain
2. Take the train from Leeds to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Stowmarkettrain
6h 13m
£68–152
Train #2
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Peterboroughtrain
3. Take the train from Peterborough to Stowmarkettrain
7h 7m
£78–179
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Norwich International Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Norwich International Airport (NWI)plane MAN - NWI
3. Take the train from Norwich to Stowmarkettrain
6h 50m
£94–555
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)plane LPL - STN
3. Take the train from Cambridge to Stowmarkettrain
8h 6m
£87–203
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)plane MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to London Waterlootrain
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Stowmarkettrain
6h 46m
£102–391

Preston to Suffolk by train, subway, and foot

215Weekly Services

4h 8mAverage Duration

£68Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Preston to Suffolk.

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Distance: 291.1 mi
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Stowmarket via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 4h 8m.

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