What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 24 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston is to drive which takes 24 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton in Makerfield and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston. However, there are services departing from St Thomas Church and arriving at Arrival Stand via Wigan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton in Makerfield and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston. However, there are services departing from Garswood and arriving at Preston via Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston?

The distance between Ashton in Makerfield and Preston is 20 miles. The road distance is 22.2 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston?

It takes approximately 37 min to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton in Makerfield to Preston bus from?

Ashton in Makerfield to Preston bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from St Thomas Church station.

Where do I catch the Ashton in Makerfield to Preston train from?

Ashton in Makerfield to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Garswood station.

Train or bus from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston?

The best way to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston is to train which takes 37 min and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 320 bus and line 110 bus, which costs and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Ashton in Makerfield to Preston bus arrive?

Ashton in Makerfield to Preston bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Wigan Bus Station.

Where does the Ashton in Makerfield to Preston train arrive?

Ashton in Makerfield to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton in Makerfield to Preston is 22 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston.

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Ashton in Makerfield to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 610 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashton in Makerfield to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Garswood to Wigan North Westerntrain Liverpool Lime Street - Wigan North Western / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
37 min
£7–15
Drive 22.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Ashton in Makerfield to Prestoncar 22.1 mi
24 min
£6–8
Line 610 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Osborne Road to Wigan Rail Stationsbus 610
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
49 min
£7–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton in Makerfield to Prestontaxi 22.1 mi
24 min
£50–65
Line 320 bus, line 110 bus
1. Take the bus from St Thomas Church to Wigan Bus Stationbus 320
2. Take the bus from Wigan Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 110
2h 26m

Ashton in Makerfield to Preston by train

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Distance: 20 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Ashton in Makerfield, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Garswood to Preston via Wigan North Western in around 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Thomas Church to Arrival Stand via Wigan Bus Station in around 2h 26m.

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