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

The cheapest way to get from Darwen to Preston is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Darwen to Preston is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £65 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Darwen and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Darwen to Preston. However, there are services departing from Circus and arriving at Percy Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Darwen and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Darwen to Preston. However, there are services departing from Darwen and arriving at Preston via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Darwen to Preston?

The distance between Darwen and Preston is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Darwen to Preston without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £5 - £11.

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

It takes approximately 55 min to get from Darwen to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Preston bus from?

Darwen to Preston bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Circus station.

Where do I catch the Darwen to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Darwen to Preston?

The best way to get from Darwen to Preston is to train which takes 55 min and costs £5 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 1h 6m.

Where does the Darwen to Preston bus arrive?

Darwen to Preston bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Arrival Stand station.

Where does the Darwen to Preston train arrive?

Darwen to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackburn station.

Can I drive from Darwen to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Darwen to Preston is 14 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Darwen to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Darwen to Blackburntrain Manchester Victoria - Blackburn / ...
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
55 min
£6–11
Drive 14.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Darwen to Prestoncar 14.2 mi
19 min
£4–5
Bus
1. Take the bus from Circus to Arrival Standbus 1
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Percy Streetbus 59 / ...
1h 6m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Darwen to Prestontaxi 14.2 mi
19 min
£65–80

Darwen to Preston by train

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Distance: 15.9 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Darwen to Preston via Blackburn in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Circus to Percy Street via Arrival Stand and Bus Station in around 1h 6m.

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