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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Preston is to line 321 bus and bus and train which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Preston is to train via London Euston which takes 2h 53m and costs £45 - £290.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Preston. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 23m.

How far is it from Watford to Preston?

The distance between Watford and Preston is 226 miles. The road distance is 204.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford to Preston without a car is to train via London Euston which takes 2h 53m and costs £45 - £290.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Watford to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Watford to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Watford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Preston is 205 miles. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Watford to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2143+ hotels available in Preston.

Watford to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, line 321 bus, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Watford to Preston by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via London Euston
best
1. Take the train from London Euston to Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
2h 53m
£47–284
Line 321 bus, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
6h 59m
£38–68
Drive 203.4 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Prestoncar 203.4 mi
3h 22m
£50–72
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester Airport, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Prestontrain
4h 18m
£57–217
Train
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Prestontrain London Euston - Preston / ...
3h 23m
£55–410
Fly Luton Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LTN - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 50m
£78–202
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain
6h 33m
£126–365

Watford to Preston by train

216Weekly Trains

2h 53mAverage Duration

£47Cheapest Price

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Distance: 225.1 mi
Duration: 2h 53m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £40–210 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route twice daily.

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