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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Witham is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Witham is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £75 - £250.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Witham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Witham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Witham (Essex) via Euston station and London Liverpool Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Preston to Witham?

The distance between Preston and Witham is 251 miles. The road distance is 238.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Witham without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs £75 - £250.

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

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Preston to Witham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Witham train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Witham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Witham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Witham is 238 miles. It takes approximately 4h 17m to drive from Preston to Witham.

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

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Where can I stay near Witham?

There are 704+ hotels available in Witham.

Preston to Witham - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Preston to Witham 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
best
1. Take the train from Preston to London EustonPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from London Liverpool Street to Witham (Essex)London Liverpool Street - Braintree / ...
3h 21m
£75–247
Train to Edinburgh Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Haymarket
2. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to London Stansted Airport (STN)EDI - STN
6h
£55–190
Drive 236.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Witham236.7 mi
4h 17m
£59–85
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 Stratford (London) to Witham (Essex)
5h
£95–298
Train to Manchester Airport, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airport
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Stansted Airport (STN)MAN - STN
6h 22m
£69–195
Train to Liverpool, fly to London Stansted Airport
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quay
2. Fly from Liverpool (LPL) to London Stansted Airport (STN)LPL - STN
6h 14m
£73–162
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 London Waterloo
4. Take the train from Stratford (London) to Witham (Essex)
5h 53m
£110–342

Preston to Witham by train, subway, and foot

219Weekly Services

3h 21mAverage Duration

£75Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249.2 mi
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Witham, Essex, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Witham (Essex) via London Euston, Euston station, Moorgate station, and London Liverpool Street in around 3h 21m.

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