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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Helmsley is to bus which costs £16 - £25 and takes 6h 2m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Helmsley is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 2m.

How far is it from Preston to Helmsley?

The distance between Preston and Helmsley is 118 miles. The road distance is 89.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Helmsley without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 27m and costs £30 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Preston to Helmsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Helmsley bus from?

Preston to Helmsley bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Helmsley bus arrive?

Preston to Helmsley bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Helmsley is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Preston to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 830+ hotels available in Helmsley.

Preston to Helmsley - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Helmsley by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
4h 27m
£32–55
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Rougier Streetbus 843 / ...
4. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
6h 2m
£17–25
Drive 88.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Helmsleycar 88.7 mi
1h 52m
£22–32

Preston to Helmsley by train and bus

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4h 27mAverage Duration

£32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 116.9 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Market Place via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, Rougier Street, and Station Avenue in around 6h 2m.

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