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

The cheapest way to get from Hawkshead to Preston is to line 505 bus and bus and line 41 bus which costs £9 and takes 4h 14m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hawkshead to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Hawkshead and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Hawkshead to Preston. However, there are services departing from Tourist Information Centre and arriving at Frank Street via Bus Rail Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.

How far is it from Hawkshead to Preston?

The distance between Hawkshead and Preston is 63 miles. The road distance is 57.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hawkshead to Preston without a car is to line 505 bus and train via Oxenholme Lake District which takes 2h 35m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Hawkshead to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hawkshead to Preston bus from?

Hawkshead to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Tourist Information Centre station.

Where does the Hawkshead to Preston bus arrive?

Hawkshead to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Rail Interchange station.

Can I drive from Hawkshead to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Hawkshead to Preston is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Hawkshead to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2288+ hotels available in Preston.

Hawkshead to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 505 bus, and bus

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

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Line 505 bus, train via Oxenholme Lake District
best
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Bus Rail Interchangebus 505
2. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2h 35m
£17–34
Line 505 bus, bus, line 41 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Bus Rail Interchangebus 505
2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to Bus Stationbus X8
3. Take the bus from Bus Station to Frank Streetbus 40C / ...
4h 14m
£9
Drive 56.8 mi
1. Drive from Hawkshead to Prestoncar 56.8 mi
1h 13m
£15–21
Line 505 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Bus Rail Interchangebus 505
2. Take the train from Windermere to Prestontrain Windermere - Manchester Airport / ...
3h
£19–33

Hawkshead to Preston by bus and train

110Weekly Services

2h 35mAverage Duration

£17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 62.5 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Hawkshead, Cumbria, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from Tourist Information Centre to Frank Street via Bus Rail Interchange and Bus Station in around 4h 14m.

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