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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Downham is to line 280 bus which costs £6 and takes 1h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Downham is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Downham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Downham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sawley Road via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Downham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Downham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Clitheroe via Blackburn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 10m.

How far is it from Preston to Downham?

The distance between Preston and Downham is 21 miles. The road distance is 20.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Downham without a car is to line 280 bus which takes 1h 32m and costs £6.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m to get from Preston to Downham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Downham bus from?

Preston to Downham bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Downham train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Downham?

The best way to get from Preston to Downham is to line 280 bus which takes 1h 32m and costs £6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £20 and takes 2h 10m.

Where does the Preston to Downham bus arrive?

Preston to Downham bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Downham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Downham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Downham is 21 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Preston to Downham.

Where can I stay near Downham?

There are 1070+ hotels available in Downham.

Preston to Downham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Line 280 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Interchangebus 280
1h 32m
£6
Drive 20.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Downhamcar 20.5 mi
29 min
£5–8
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
2. Take the train from Blackburn to Clitheroetrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2h 10m
£12–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Downhamtaxi 20.5 mi
29 min
£45–60

Preston to Downham by bus

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1h 32mAverage Duration

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Distance: 21.1 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Downham, Lancashire, England?

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Bus Station to Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 53 min. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Christ Church via Blackburn, Clitheroe, and Interchange in around 2h 10m.

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