What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Preston (Station)?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Preston (Station) is to line 61 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool to Preston (Station)?

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Preston (Station) is to train which takes 21 min and costs £6 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Preston (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Street and arriving at Corporation Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool and Preston (Station)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Blackpool to Preston (Station)?

The distance between Blackpool and Preston (Station) is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.7 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool to Preston (Station) without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Preston (Station) without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £6 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool to Preston (Station)?

The train from Blackpool North to Preston takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Preston (Station) bus from?

Blackpool to Preston (Station) bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Buchanan Street station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Preston (Station) train from?

Blackpool to Preston (Station) train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool to Preston (Station)?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Preston (Station) is to train which takes 21 min and costs £6 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 61 bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 7m.

Where does the Blackpool to Preston (Station) bus arrive?

Blackpool to Preston (Station) bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Corporation Street station.

Where does the Blackpool to Preston (Station) train arrive?

Blackpool to Preston (Station) train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Blackpool to Preston (Station)?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Preston (Station) is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Blackpool to Preston (Station).

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool to Preston (Station)?

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Where can I stay near Preston (Station)?

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Blackpool to Preston (Station) - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 61 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Blackpool to Preston (Station) by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Prestontrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
21 min
£6–13
Line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Street to Corporation Streetbus 61
1h 7m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Preston (Station)taxi 16.6 mi
27 min
£40–50
Drive 16.6 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Preston (Station)car 16.6 mi
27 min
£4–6

Blackpool to Preston (Station) by train

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Distance: 17.4 mi
Duration: 21 min

What companies run services between Blackpool, England and Preston (Station), England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Preston every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £7–13 and the journey takes 21 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Buchanan Street to Corporation Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 1m.

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