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 Lancaster Road and arriving at Duckworth Street via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.

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 56 min.

How far is it from Preston to Darwen?

The distance between Preston and Darwen is 15 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 line 59 bus and line 1 bus which takes 55 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 55 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 Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Lancaster Road 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 line 59 bus and line 1 bus which takes 55 min and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £5 - £12 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Preston to Darwen bus arrive?

Preston to Darwen bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus 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, line 59 bus, and line 1 bus

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

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Line 59 bus, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Bus Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Duckworth Streetbus 1
55 min
Drive 12.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Darwencar 12.9 mi
22 min
£4–5
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Darwentrain Blackburn - Manchester Victoria / ...
56 min
£6–11
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 59
1h 8m
£4–6

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Distance: 14.6 mi
Duration: 55 min

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

You can take a bus from Lancaster Road to Duckworth Street via Bus Station in around 55 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Darwen via Blackburn in around 56 min.

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