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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Alfreton is to bus which costs £18 - £40 and takes 5h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Alfreton is to drive which takes 1h 56m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Alfreton?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Alfreton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Chesterfield Road via Aintree Festival Zone Package and New Beetwell Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Alfreton?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Alfreton. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Alfreton via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Preston to Alfreton?

The distance between Preston and Alfreton is 96 miles. The road distance is 86.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Alfreton without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Preston to Alfreton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Alfreton bus from?

Preston to Alfreton bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Alfreton train from?

Preston to Alfreton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Alfreton?

The best way to get from Preston to Alfreton is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs £35 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £18 - £40 and takes 5h 39m.

Where does the Preston to Alfreton bus arrive?

Preston to Alfreton bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aintree Festival Zone Package station.

Where does the Preston to Alfreton train arrive?

Preston to Alfreton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Alfreton?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Alfreton is 87 miles. It takes approximately 1h 56m to drive from Preston to Alfreton.

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

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Alfreton by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Alfretontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
3h 6m
£38–63
Bus
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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Aintree Festival Zone Packagebus Gn1
2. Take the bus from Aintree Festival Zone Package to Coach Stationbus Gn4
5h 39m
£18–36
Drive 86.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Alfretoncar 86.1 mi
1h 56m
£22–32

Preston to Alfreton by train

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Distance: 95.6 mi
Duration: 3h 6m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Alfreton, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Alfreton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Chesterfield Road via Aintree Festival Zone Package and New Beetwell Street in around 5h 39m.

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