What is the cheapest way to get from Preston bus Station to Bolton?

The cheapest way to get from Preston bus Station to Bolton is to line 125 bus which costs £3 and takes 1h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston bus Station to Bolton?

The fastest way to get from Preston bus Station to Bolton is to taxi which takes 33 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Preston bus Station and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Noel Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 38m.

Is there a direct train between Preston bus Station and Bolton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Bolton. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 33 min.

How far is it from Preston bus Station to Bolton?

The distance between Preston bus Station and Bolton is 21 miles. The road distance is 18.7 miles.

How do I travel from Preston bus Station to Bolton without a car?

The best way to get from Preston bus Station to Bolton without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £15.

How long does it take to get from Preston bus Station to Bolton?

The train from Preston to Bolton takes 33 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston bus Station to Bolton bus from?

Preston bus Station to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston bus Station to Bolton train from?

Preston bus Station to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston bus Station to Bolton?

The best way to get from Preston bus Station to Bolton is to train which takes 46 min and costs £7 - £15. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus, which costs £3 and takes 1h 38m.

Where does the Preston bus Station to Bolton bus arrive?

Preston bus Station to Bolton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Noel Street station.

Where does the Preston bus Station to Bolton train arrive?

Preston bus Station to Bolton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Bolton station.

Can I drive from Preston bus Station to Bolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston bus Station to Bolton is 19 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Preston bus Station to Bolton.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston bus Station to Bolton?

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Preston bus Station to Bolton - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 125 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
46 min
£7–15
Line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Noel Streetbus 125
1h 38m
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston bus Station to Boltontaxi 18.6 mi
33 min
£45–55
Drive 18.6 mi
1. Drive from Preston bus Station to Boltoncar 18.6 mi
33 min
£5–7
Line 125 bus via Grimshaw Street
1. Take the bus from Grimshaw Street to Noel Streetbus 125
1h 38m
£3

Preston bus Station to Bolton by foot and train

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Distance: 20.8 mi
Duration: 46 min

What companies run services between Preston bus Station, England and Bolton, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Bolton every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–15 and the journey takes 33 min. TransPennine Express also services this route every 2 hours. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Bus Station to Noel Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 1h 38m.

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