What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Lower Darwen?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Lower Darwen is to line 59 bus which costs £3 and takes 47 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Lower Darwen?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Lower Darwen is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £29 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Lower Darwen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lancaster Road and arriving at Haslingden Road. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 47 min.

How far is it from Preston to Lower Darwen?

The distance between Preston and Lower Darwen is 14 miles. The road distance is 11.8 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Lower Darwen without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Lower Darwen without a car is to train and line 1 bus which takes 36 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 36 min to get from Preston to Lower Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Lower Darwen bus from?

Preston to Lower Darwen bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Lancaster Road station.

Where does the Preston to Lower Darwen bus arrive?

Preston to Lower Darwen bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Haslingden Road station.

Can I drive from Preston to Lower Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Lower Darwen is 12 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Preston to Lower Darwen.

Where can I stay near Lower Darwen?

There are 1091+ hotels available in Lower Darwen.

Preston to Lower Darwen - 5 ways to travel via train, and line 1 bus

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

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Train, line 1 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Blackburntrain Preston - Colne / ...
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Branch Roadbus 1
36 min
Line 59 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Haslingden Roadbus 59
47 min
£3
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Lower Darwentaxi 11.8 mi
19 min
£29–35
Drive 11.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Lower Darwencar 11.8 mi
19 min
£3–5
Line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Interchangebus 152
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Fosse Closebus 12A / ...
1h 17m

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Distance: 13.9 mi
Duration: 36 min

What companies run services between Preston, England and Lower Darwen, England?

Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Lancaster Road to Haslingden Road every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3 and the journey takes 47 min.

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