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

The cheapest way to get from Sleaford to Preston is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sleaford to Preston is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Sleaford and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Sleaford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Sleaford and arriving at Preston via Grantham and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Sleaford to Preston?

The distance between Sleaford and Preston is 159 miles. The road distance is 133.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sleaford to Preston without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 4h 43m and costs £40 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Sleaford to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sleaford to Preston train from?

Sleaford to Preston train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), depart from Grantham station.

Where does the Sleaford to Preston train arrive?

Sleaford to Preston train services, operated by London North Eastern Railway Limited (LNER), arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Sleaford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Sleaford to Preston is 134 miles. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Sleaford to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2134+ hotels available in Preston.

Sleaford to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 31 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Sleaford to Preston by train, car, or bus

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 Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Grantham to LeedsLondon Kings Cross - Harrogate / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
4h 43m
£42–178
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sleaford to Nottingham
2. Take the train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
4h 57m
£30–102
Drive 132.8 mi
1. Drive from Sleaford to Preston132.8 mi
2h 32m
£33–48
Line 31 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Market Place to Central Bus Station31 / ...
2. Take the train from Lincoln Central to Meadowhall
3. Take the train from Meadowhall to Manchester Piccadilly
4. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
6h 25m
£33–78

Sleaford to Preston by train

47Weekly Trains

4h 43mAverage Duration

£42Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158.1 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Sleaford to Preston via Grantham and Leeds in around 4h 43m.

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