What is the cheapest way to get from Bolton Interchange to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Bolton Interchange to Preston is to bus which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bolton Interchange to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Bolton Interchange to Preston is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton Interchange and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bolton Interchange and arriving at Percy Street. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton Interchange and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolton and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Bolton Interchange to Preston?

The distance between Bolton Interchange and Preston is 20 miles. The road distance is 20 miles.

How do I travel from Bolton Interchange to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Bolton Interchange to Preston without a car is to train which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £14.

How long does it take to get from Bolton Interchange to Preston?

The train from Bolton to Preston takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bolton Interchange to Preston bus from?

Bolton Interchange to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bolton Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Bolton Interchange to Preston train from?

Bolton Interchange to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Bolton station.

Train or bus from Bolton Interchange to Preston?

The best way to get from Bolton Interchange to Preston is to train which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £11 and takes 1h 39m.

Where does the Bolton Interchange to Preston bus arrive?

Bolton Interchange to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Percy Street station.

Where does the Bolton Interchange to Preston train arrive?

Bolton Interchange to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Bolton Interchange to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton Interchange to Preston is 20 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Bolton Interchange to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Bolton Interchange to Preston?

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Bolton Interchange to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 4 ways to get from Bolton Interchange to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
39 min
£7–14
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy Streetbus 125
1h 39m
£4–11
Drive 19.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton Interchange to Prestoncar 19.9 mi
35 min
£5–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton Interchange to Prestontaxi 19.9 mi
35 min
£90–110

Bolton Interchange to Preston by foot and train

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Distance: 20.3 mi
Duration: 39 min

What companies run services between Bolton Interchange, England and Preston, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–14 and the journey takes 35 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 39m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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