What is the cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Barnard Castle to Preston is to bus and line 125 bus which costs £17 - £23 and takes 7h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Barnard Castle to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 32m and costs £20 - £30.

Is there a direct bus between Barnard Castle and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnard Castle to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Galgate - Commercial Hotel and arriving at Bus Station via Dolphin Centre and Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Barnard Castle to Preston?

The distance between Barnard Castle and Preston is 155 miles. The road distance is 82.1 miles.

How do I travel from Barnard Castle to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Barnard Castle to Preston without a car is to line 84 bus and train which takes 4h 37m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Barnard Castle to Preston?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Barnard Castle to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnard Castle to Preston bus from?

Barnard Castle to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Dolphin Centre station.

Where does the Barnard Castle to Preston bus arrive?

Barnard Castle to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Barnard Castle to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnard Castle to Preston is 82 miles. It takes approximately 1h 32m to drive from Barnard Castle to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2270+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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Line 84 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Tubwell Rowbus 84
2. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain
3. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain
4h 37m
Bus, line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy Streetbus 125
7h 52m
£17–23
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dolphin Centre to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 177
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
6h 16m
£20–35
Drive 81.7 mi
1. Drive from Barnard Castle to Prestoncar 81.7 mi
1h 32m
£21–30

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Distance: 154.5 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Barnard Castle, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from Galgate - Commercial Hotel to Bus Station via Tubwell Row, Dolphin Centre, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 6h 16m.

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