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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Knottingley is to bus and line 141 bus which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Knottingley is to drive which takes 1h 41m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Knottingley?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Knottingley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Rockware Club via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station and Pontefract Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Knottingley?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Knottingley. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Knottingley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 46m.

How far is it from Preston to Knottingley?

The distance between Preston and Knottingley is 83 miles. The road distance is 69.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Knottingley without a car is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 46m to get from Preston to Knottingley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Knottingley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Knottingley train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Knottingley?

The best way to get from Preston to Knottingley is to train which takes 2h 46m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can bus and line 141 bus, which costs £15 - £40 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Preston to Knottingley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Knottingley train arrive?

Preston to Knottingley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Leeds station.

Can I drive from Preston to Knottingley?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Knottingley is 69 miles. It takes approximately 1h 41m to drive from Preston to Knottingley.

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

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Where can I stay near Knottingley?

There are 1515+ hotels available in Knottingley.

Preston to Knottingley - 4 ways to travel via train, and line 425 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Knottingleytrain Leeds - Knottingley / ...
2h 46m
£30–53
Bus, line 141 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 Pontefract Bus Stationbus 141 / ...
3h 59m
£15–38
Train, line 425 bus, line 149 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Bradford Interchangetrain
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange Bus Station to Wakefield Bus Stationbus 425
3. Take the bus from Wakefield Bus Station to Rockware Clubbus 149 / ...
3h 52m
£20–36
Drive 68.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Knottingleycar 68.8 mi
1h 41m
£18–25

Preston to Knottingley by train

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Distance: 82.2 mi
Duration: 2h 46m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Knottingley via Leeds in around 2h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Rockware Club via Manchester Central Coach Station, Leeds City Bus Station, and Pontefract Bus Station in around 3h 59m.

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