What is the cheapest way to get from Darlington to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Darlington to Preston is to bus and line 125 bus which costs £16 - £23 and takes 5h 57m.

What is the fastest way to get from Darlington to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Darlington to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Darlington and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Darlington to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Dolphin Centre and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Darlington and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Darlington to Preston. However, there are services departing from Darlington and arriving at Preston via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Darlington to Preston?

The distance between Darlington and Preston is 131 miles. The road distance is 88.7 miles.

How do I travel from Darlington to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Darlington to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £90.

How long does it take to get from Darlington to Preston?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Darlington to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darlington to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Darlington to Preston train from?

Darlington to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Darlington station.

Train or bus from Darlington to Preston?

The best way to get from Darlington to Preston is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £35 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Darlington to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Darlington to Preston train arrive?

Darlington to Preston train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Darlington to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Darlington to Preston is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Darlington to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Darlington to Preston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Darlington to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Darlington to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 125 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darlington to Leedstrain Edinburgh - Plymouth / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 15m
£41–86
Bus, line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Darlington to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
5h 57m
£17–22
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 / ...
4h 25m
£21–35
Drive 88.2 mi
1. Drive from Darlington to Prestoncar 88.2 mi
1h 53m
£22–32

Darlington to Preston by train

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Distance: 130 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Darlington, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Darlington to Preston via Leeds in around 3h 15m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Dolphin Centre to Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station in around 4h 25m.

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