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

The cheapest way to get from Kirkby to Preston is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 42 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Kirkby to Preston is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Kirkby and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Kirkby station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Kirkby Bus Station and arriving at Wigan Rail Stations via Concourse. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Kirkby and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Kirkby to Preston. However, there are services departing from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane and arriving at Preston via Wigan North Western. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Kirkby to Preston?

The distance between Kirkby and Preston is 27 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Kirkby to Preston without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 51 min to get from Kirkby to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kirkby to Preston bus from?

Kirkby to Preston bus services, operated by Preston Bus, depart from Kirkby Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kirkby to Preston train from?

Kirkby to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane station.

Train or bus from Kirkby to Preston?

The best way to get from Kirkby to Preston is to train which takes 51 min and costs £9 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 319 bus and line 375 bus, which costs and takes 1h 53m.

Where does the Kirkby to Preston bus arrive?

Kirkby to Preston bus services, operated by Preston Bus, arrive at Concourse station.

Where does the Kirkby to Preston train arrive?

Kirkby to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Wigan Wallgate station.

Can I drive from Kirkby to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Kirkby to Preston is 25 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Kirkby to Preston.

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

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Kirkby to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, line 319 bus, and line 375 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kirkby to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Wigan Wallgatetrain Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane - Blackburn / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan North Western to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
51 min
£9–19
Drive 24.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Kirkby to Prestoncar 24.5 mi
42 min
£6–9
Line 319 bus, line 375 bus
1. Take the bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Concoursebus 319
2. Take the bus from Concourse to Wigan Rail Stationsbus 375 / ...
1h 53m
Line 21 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 21 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2h 21m
£14–27
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Kirkby to Prestontaxi 24.5 mi
42 min
£110–140
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 19 / ...
2. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2h 18m
£14–27

Kirkby to Preston by train

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Distance: 26.4 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Kirkby, Knowsley, England and Preston, England?

You can take a train from Tower Hill, Headbolt Lane to Preston via Wigan Wallgate and Wigan North Western in around 51 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kirkby Bus Station to Preston via Concourse, Wigan Rail Stations, and Wigan North Western in around 1h 53m.

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