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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Darwen is to drive which costs £3 - £5 and takes 22 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Darwen is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £30 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Darwen?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Church Street and arriving at Duckworth Street via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Darwen?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Darwen via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 57 min.

How far is it from Preston to Darwen?

The distance between Preston and Darwen is 16 miles. The road distance is 13 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Darwen without a car is to train which takes 57 min and costs £5 - £12.

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

It takes approximately 57 min to get from Preston to Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Darwen bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Darwen train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Darwen?

The best way to get from Preston to Darwen is to train which takes 57 min and costs £5 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 1 bus, which costs and takes 1h 3m.

Where does the Preston to Darwen bus arrive?

Preston to Darwen bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Darwen train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Darwen is 13 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Preston to Darwen.

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

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Where can I stay near Darwen?

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Preston to Darwen - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 1 bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Darwentrain Blackburn - Manchester Victoria / ...
57 min
£6–12
Drive 12.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Darwencar 12.9 mi
22 min
£4–5
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Interchangebus 152
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Duckworth Streetbus 1
1h 3m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Darwentaxi 12.9 mi
22 min
£30–40
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus 152
1h 14m
£4–6

Preston to Darwen by train

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Distance: 15.9 mi
Duration: 57 min

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

You can take a train from Preston to Darwen via Blackburn in around 57 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Church Street to Duckworth Street via Interchange in around 1h 3m.

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