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

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

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Altham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Church Street and arriving at Ambulance Station station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Preston to Altham?

The distance between Preston and Altham is 19 miles. The road distance is 17.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Altham without a car is to train and line 152 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Preston to Altham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Altham bus from?

Preston to Altham bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Church Street station.

Where does the Preston to Altham bus arrive?

Preston to Altham bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Ambulance Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Altham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Altham is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Preston to Altham.

Where can I stay near Altham?

There are 1148+ hotels available in Altham.

Preston to Altham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, taxi, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Altham by train, bus, taxi, or car

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Train, line 152 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Ambulance Stationbus 152
1h 3m
Drive 17 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Althamcar 17 mi
27 min
£5–6
Line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Ambulance Stationbus 152
1h 13m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Althamtaxi 17 mi
27 min
£40–50

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Distance: 18.9 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

The Blackburn Bus Company operates a bus from Church Street to Ambulance Station every 20 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 13m.

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