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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Whitstable is to bus which costs £25 - £55 and takes 9h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Whitstable is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £70 - £260.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Whitstable?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Whitstable. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Whitstable via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Preston to Whitstable?

The distance between Preston and Whitstable is 268 miles. The road distance is 282.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Whitstable without a car is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £70 - £260.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Preston to Whitstable, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Whitstable bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Whitstable train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Whitstable?

The best way to get from Preston to Whitstable is to train which takes 4h 37m and costs £70 - £260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 9h 51m.

Where does the Preston to Whitstable bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Whitstable train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Whitstable?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Whitstable is 283 miles. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Preston to Whitstable.

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

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Where can I stay near Whitstable?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to WhitstableSt Pancras International - Ramsgate / ...
4h 37m
£70–253
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to London VictoriaUk030
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Long Reach007 / ...
9h 51m
£25–51
Drive 280.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Whitstable280.9 mi
4h 43m
£71–102
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
5h 57m
£90–299
Train via Nottingham
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Nottingham
3. Take the train from Nottingham to London St Pancras Intl
4. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Whitstable
7h 49m
£64–269
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)LPL - LGW
3. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to London Victoria
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
7h 57m
£105–281
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
3. Take the train from Stratford International to Whitstable
8h 22m
£102–211
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to Southampton Airport, train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Southampton Airport (SOU)MAN - SOU
3. Take the train from Southampton Airport Parkway to Clapham Junction
4. Take the train from London Victoria to Whitstable
7h 15m
£108–282

Preston to Whitstable by train and foot

84Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 266.2 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Whitstable via London Euston and London St Pancras Intl in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Horsebridge via London Victoria and Long Reach in around 9h 51m.

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