What is the cheapest way to get from Birkenhead Port to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead Port to Preston is to bus which costs £5 - £10 and takes 3h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Birkenhead Port to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead Port to Preston is to drive which takes 1h and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead Port and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead Port station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Birkenhead Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Queen Square Bus Station and Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead Port and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Birkenhead Port to Preston. However, there are services departing from Birkenhead Hamilton Square and arriving at Preston via Liverpool Lime Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.

How far is it from Birkenhead Port to Preston?

The distance between Birkenhead Port and Preston is 38 miles. The road distance is 33.9 miles.

How do I travel from Birkenhead Port to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Birkenhead Port to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £13 - £28.

How long does it take to get from Birkenhead Port to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 43m to get from Birkenhead Port to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead Port to Preston bus from?

Birkenhead Port to Preston bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Birkenhead Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead Port to Preston train from?

Birkenhead Port to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead Port to Preston?

The best way to get from Birkenhead Port to Preston is to train which takes 1h 43m and costs £13 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £10 and takes 3h 4m.

Where does the Birkenhead Port to Preston bus arrive?

Birkenhead Port to Preston bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square station.

Where does the Birkenhead Port to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birkenhead Port to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead Port to Preston is 34 miles. It takes approximately 1h to drive from Birkenhead Port to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Birkenhead Port to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Birkenhead Port to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
1h 43m
£13–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Birkenhead Bus Station to Queen Squarebus 437 / ...
2. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Duke Streetbus 47
3. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus Stationbus X2
3h 4m
£6–9
Drive 33.7 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead Port to Prestoncar 33.7 mi
1h
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead Port to Prestontaxi 33.7 mi
1h
£80–95

Birkenhead Port to Preston by train and foot

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Distance: 37.6 mi
Duration: 1h 43m

What companies run services between Birkenhead Port, England and Preston, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £14–25 and the journey takes 54 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Birkenhead Bus Station to Bus Station via Queen Square, Queen Square Bus Station, and Duke Street in around 3h 4m.

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