What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring is to bus which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Sunderland via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Preston and Houghton-Le-Spring is 169 miles. The road distance is 111.6 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 27m and costs £35 - £95.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 4h 27m to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring train from?

Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 27m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £23 - £45 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring train arrive?

Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2260+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, or car

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Train via Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 27m
£39–93
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 Interchangebus 172
5h 51m
£24–43
Drive 110.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Houghton-Le-Springcar 110.9 mi
2h 17m
£28–40
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Hebden Bridgetrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Hebden Bridge to Thornabytrain Manchester Victoria - Redcar Central / ...
5h 44m
£41–71
Line 152 bus, line 591 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Stationbus 591
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Interchangebus
8h 12m

Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, foot, and bus

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Distance: 167.7 mi
Duration: 4h 27m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Houghton Cut Slip Road via Carlisle, Sunderland, and Interchange in around 4h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Houghton Le Spring via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 5h 51m.

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