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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Otley is to line 280 bus which costs £11 - £12 and takes 4h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Otley is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Otley?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Otley station. However, there are services departing from Lancaster Road and arriving at Otley Bus Station via Interchange, Bus Station Stand 4 and Railway Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Otley?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Otley. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Guiseley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 35m.

How far is it from Preston to Otley?

The distance between Preston and Otley is 75 miles. The road distance is 51.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Otley without a car is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £29 - £55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 35m to get from Preston to Otley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Otley bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Otley train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Otley?

The best way to get from Preston to Otley is to train which takes 2h 35m and costs £29 - £55. Alternatively, you can line 280 bus, which costs £11 - £12 and takes 4h 8m.

Where does the Preston to Otley bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Otley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Otley?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Otley is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Preston to Otley.

Where can I stay near Otley?

There are 2856+ hotels available in Otley.

Preston to Otley - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 280 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Otley by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2h 35m
£29–54
Line 280 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Interchangebus 280
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Station Stand 4bus 280
4h 8m
£11–12
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Bradford Interchangetrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Bradford Interchange to Otleybus A3
3h 44m
Drive 50.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Otleycar 50.9 mi
1h 8m
£13–18
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
4h 54m

Preston to Otley by train and bus

125Weekly Services

2h 35mAverage Duration

£29Cheapest Price

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Distance: 74.7 mi
Duration: 2h 35m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Otley, Leeds, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £24–45 and the journey takes 1h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lancaster Road to Otley Bus Station via Interchange, Bus Station Stand 4, Ilkley Bus Station, and Railway Road in around 4h 8m.

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