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

The cheapest way to get from Spalding to Preston is to drive which costs £35 - £60 and takes 3h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Spalding to Preston is to drive which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £60.

Is there a direct train between Spalding and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Spalding to Preston. However, there are services departing from Spalding and arriving at Preston via Peterborough and Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

How far is it from Spalding to Preston?

The distance between Spalding and Preston is 187 miles. The road distance is 157.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Spalding to Preston without a car is to train via Leeds which takes 4h 40m and costs £60 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 40m to get from Spalding to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Spalding to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Spalding to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Spalding to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Spalding to Preston is 157 miles. It takes approximately 3h 6m to drive from Spalding to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2254+ hotels available in Preston.

Spalding to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, and line 37 bus

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

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Train via Leeds
best
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Leedstrain London Kings Cross - Leeds / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
4h 40m
£62–101
Drive 156.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Spalding to Prestoncar 156.4 mi
3h 6m
£39–56
Train
1. Take the train from Peterborough to Manchester Piccadillytrain Norwich - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
5h 34m
£76–115
Line 37 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Broad Street to Queensgate Bus Stnbus 37
2. Take the train from Peterborough to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Prestontrain
6h 22m
£78–118

Spalding to Preston by train

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4h 40mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.3 mi
Duration: 4h 40m

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

You can take a train from Spalding to Preston via Peterborough and Leeds in around 4h 40m.

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