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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Consett is to drive which costs £25 - £40 and takes 2h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Consett is to drive which takes 2h 9m and costs £25 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Consett?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Consett station. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Consett Bus Station Stand D via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Eldon Square Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Preston to Consett?

The distance between Preston and Consett is 165 miles. The road distance is 105.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Consett without a car is to train and line 47 bus which takes 3h 55m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 55m to get from Preston to Consett, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Consett bus from?

Preston to Consett bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Preston Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Consett bus arrive?

Preston to Consett bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Preston to Consett?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Consett is 105 miles. It takes approximately 2h 9m to drive from Preston to Consett.

Where can I stay near Consett?

There are 1620+ hotels available in Consett.

Preston to Consett - 4 ways to travel via train, line 47 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train, line 47 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Metrocentretrain
3. Take the bus from Interchange to Consett Bus Station Stand Dbus 47 / ...
3h 55m
Drive 104.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Consettcar 104.8 mi
2h 9m
£26–38
Train, bus, line 47 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Bradford Interchangetrain
2. Take the bus from Nelson Street N2 to Newcastle Coach Stationbus 172
3. Take the bus from Central Stn Neville St to Consett Bus Station Stand Dbus 47 / ...
6h 51m
Bus, line 47 bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Newcastle-Upon-Tynebus
3. Take the bus from Eldon Square Bus Station to Consett Bus Station Stand Dbus 47 / ...
7h 17m

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Distance: 163.7 mi
Duration: 3h 55m

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

You can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to Consett Bus Station Stand D via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Newcastle-Upon-Tyne, and Eldon Square Bus Station in around 7h 17m.

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