What is the cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Accrington?

The cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Accrington is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Accrington?

The fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Accrington is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Preston (Station) and Accrington?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston (Station) to Accrington station. However, there are services departing from Lancaster Road and arriving at Bus Station via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Preston (Station) and Accrington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Accrington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Preston (Station) to Accrington?

The distance between Preston (Station) and Accrington is 17 miles. The road distance is 17.1 miles.

How do I travel from Preston (Station) to Accrington without a car?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Preston (Station) to Accrington?

The train from Preston to Accrington takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston (Station) to Accrington bus from?

Preston (Station) to Accrington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Lancaster Road station.

Where do I catch the Preston (Station) to Accrington train from?

Preston (Station) to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston (Station) to Accrington?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Accrington is to train which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £13. Alternatively, you can line 59 bus and line 7 bus, which costs and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Accrington bus arrive?

Preston (Station) to Accrington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Accrington train arrive?

Preston (Station) to Accrington train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Accrington station.

Can I drive from Preston (Station) to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston (Station) to Accrington is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Preston (Station) to Accrington.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston (Station) to Accrington?

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Preston (Station) to Accrington - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 59 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston (Station) to Accrington by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Accringtontrain Preston - Colne / ...
38 min
£6–13
Drive 17 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston (Station) to Accringtoncar 17 mi
27 min
£5–6
Line 59 bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Bus Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
1h 16m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston (Station) to Accringtontaxi 17 mi
27 min
£40–50

Preston (Station) to Accrington by train

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Preston (Station), England and Accrington, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Accrington hourly. Tickets cost £6–13 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Preston (Station) to Bus Station via Lancaster Road and Bus Station in around 1h 16m.

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