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

The cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Darwen is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 20 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Darwen is to taxi which takes 20 min and costs £35 - £45.

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

No, there is no direct bus from Preston (Station) to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Lancaster Road and arriving at Duckworth Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 9m.

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

No, there is no direct train from Preston (Station) to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Darwen via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 56 min.

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

The distance between Preston (Station) and Darwen is 16 miles. The road distance is 14.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Darwen without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 49 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 49 min to get from Preston (Station) to Darwen, including transfers.

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

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

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

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

Train or bus from Preston (Station) to Darwen?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Darwen is to line 59 bus and line 1 bus which takes 1h 9m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £12 and takes 56 min.

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

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

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

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

Can I drive from Preston (Station) to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston (Station) to Darwen is 14 miles. It takes approximately 20 min to drive from Preston (Station) to Darwen.

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

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Preston (Station) to Darwen - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 1 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston (Station) to Darwen by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Town Centrebus 1
49 min
Drive 14.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston (Station) to Darwencar 14.3 mi
20 min
£4–5
Line 59 bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Bus Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duckworth Streetbus 1
1h 9m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston (Station) to Darwentaxi 14.3 mi
20 min
£35–45
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Darwentrain Blackburn - Manchester Victoria / ...
56 min
£6–11

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Distance: 16.2 mi
Duration: 49 min

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

You can take a vehicle from Preston (Station) to Duckworth Street via Lancaster Road and Bus Station in around 1h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Darwen via Blackburn in around 56 min.

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