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

The cheapest way to get from Accrington to Preston is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Accrington to Preston is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Accrington and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Accrington station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Accrington and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Accrington and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Accrington to Preston?

The distance between Accrington and Preston is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Accrington to Preston without a car is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £13.

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

The train from Accrington to Preston takes 41 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Preston bus from?

Accrington to Preston bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Accrington to Preston train from?

Accrington to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Accrington station.

Train or bus from Accrington to Preston?

The best way to get from Accrington to Preston is to train which takes 41 min and costs £6 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 6 bus and line 59 bus, which costs and takes 1h 11m.

Where does the Accrington to Preston bus arrive?

Accrington to Preston bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Accrington to Preston train arrive?

Accrington to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Accrington to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Accrington to Preston is 16 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Accrington to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Accrington to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
41 min
£6–13
Drive 16.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Accrington to Prestoncar 16.4 mi
25 min
£4–6
Line 6 bus, line 59 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 6 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 59
1h 11m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Accrington to Prestontaxi 16.4 mi
25 min
£40–50

Accrington to Preston by train

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 41 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Accrington to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Bus Station via Arrival Stand and Bus Station in around 1h 11m.

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