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

The cheapest way to get from Ambleside to Preston is to line 555 bus and line 41 bus which costs £9 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ambleside to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Ambleside and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Ambleside to Preston. However, there are services departing from Salutation Hotel and arriving at Frank Street via Blackhall Road and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Ambleside to Preston?

The distance between Ambleside and Preston is 57 miles. The road distance is 55.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ambleside to Preston without a car is to line 555 bus and train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 2h 15m and costs £20 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 15m to get from Ambleside to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ambleside to Preston bus from?

Ambleside to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Salutation Hotel station.

Where does the Ambleside to Preston bus arrive?

Ambleside to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Blackhall Road station.

Can I drive from Ambleside to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ambleside to Preston is 55 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Ambleside to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2371+ hotels available in Preston.

Ambleside to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 555 bus, and car

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

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Line 555 bus, train via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Blackhall Roadbus 555
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 15m
£20–35
Line 555 bus, line 41 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Blackhall Roadbus 555
2. Take the bus from Blackhall Road to Bus Stationbus 555
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Frank Streetbus 40 / ...
4h 13m
£9
Line 555 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Salutation Hotel to Thwaite Lanebus 555
2. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
2h 39m
£22–43
Drive 54.7 mi
1. Drive from Ambleside to Prestoncar 54.7 mi
1h 2m
£14–20

Ambleside to Preston by bus and train

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2h 15mAverage Duration

£20Cheapest Price

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Distance: 56.6 mi
Duration: 2h 15m

What companies run services between Ambleside, Cumbria, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from Salutation Hotel to Frank Street via Blackhall Road and Bus Station in around 4h 13m.

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