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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Preston is to drive which costs £45 - £75 and takes 3h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Preston is to train which takes 2h 19m and costs £60 - £200.

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 2h 19m.

How far is it from Watford to Preston?

The distance between Watford and Preston is 192 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 which takes 2h 19m and costs £60 - £200.

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

The train from Watford Junction to Preston takes 2h 19m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Watford to Preston train from?

Watford to Preston train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction 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 19m to drive from Watford to Preston.

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

Book your Watford to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2138+ hotels available in Preston.

Watford to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Watford to Preston 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 Watford Junction to PrestonLondon Euston - Lancaster / ...
2h 19m
£60–200
Drive 203.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Watford to Preston203.4 mi
3h 19m
£50–72
Fly, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
2. Take the train from Manchester Airport to Preston
4h 10m
£64–222
Train via London Euston
1. Take the train from London Euston to PrestonLondon Euston - Preston / ...
2h 52m
£57–284

Watford to Preston by train

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2h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 190.6 mi
Duration: 2h 19m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Watford Junction to Preston 4 times a day. Tickets cost £60–200 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Caledonian Sleeper also services this route 6 times a week.

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