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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Watford is to bus which costs £25 - £65 and takes 7h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Watford is to train via Milton Keynes which takes 2h 33m and costs £45 - £320.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Watford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Watford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Beechen Grove via Finchley Road Station and Black Boy PH. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 28m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Watford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Watford Junction. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 18m.

How far is it from Preston to Watford?

The distance between Preston and Watford is 192 miles. The road distance is 202.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Watford without a car is to train via Milton Keynes which takes 2h 33m and costs £45 - £320.

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Preston to Watford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Watford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Watford train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Watford?

The best way to get from Preston to Watford is to train via Milton Keynes which takes 2h 33m and costs £45 - £320. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £65 and takes 7h 28m.

Where does the Preston to Watford bus arrive?

Preston to Watford bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Finchley Road / O2 Centre station.

Where does the Preston to Watford train arrive?

Preston to Watford train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Preston to Watford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Watford is 203 miles. It takes approximately 3h 25m to drive from Preston to Watford.

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

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Where can I stay near Watford?

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Preston to Watford - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, line 321 bus, and car

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

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Train via Milton Keynes
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Milton Keynes Centraltrain Preston - Milton Keynes Central / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Watford Junctiontrain Birmingham New Street - London Euston / ...
2h 33m
£46–313
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centrebus Uk030
7h 28m
£26–64
Train, bus, line 321 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Milton Keynes Coachwaybus 540 / ...
3. Take the bus from Luton Station Interchange to Beechen Grovebus 321
6h 53m
£44–88
Drive 201.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Watfordcar 201.4 mi
3h 25m
£50–72
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3h 54m
£57–222
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Watford Junctiontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
3h 18m
£35–130
Train to Liverpool, fly to Luton Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane LPL - LTN
6h 14m
£79–211
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Heathrow Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane LPL - LHR
6h 30m
£128–379

Preston to Watford by train

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2h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 190.6 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Watford Junction via Milton Keynes Central in around 2h 33m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Finchley Road / O2 Centre every 4 hours. Tickets cost £16–55 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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