What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to The Lowry?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to The Lowry is to line 125 bus and line 8 bus which costs £7 and takes 2h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to The Lowry?

The fastest way to get from Preston to The Lowry is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and The Lowry?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to The Lowry. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at John Gilbert Way via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 31m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and The Lowry?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to The Lowry. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Imperial War Museum via Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 14m.

How far is it from Preston to The Lowry?

The distance between Preston and The Lowry is 33 miles. The road distance is 32.6 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to The Lowry without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to The Lowry without a car is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £10 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Preston to The Lowry?

It takes approximately 1h 14m to get from Preston to The Lowry, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to The Lowry bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to The Lowry train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to The Lowry?

The best way to get from Preston to The Lowry is to train which takes 1h 14m and costs £10 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus and line 250 bus, which costs £7 - £11 and takes 1h 31m.

Where does the Preston to The Lowry bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to The Lowry train arrive?

Preston to The Lowry train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Deansgate station.

Can I drive from Preston to The Lowry?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to The Lowry is 33 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Preston to The Lowry.

Where can I stay near The Lowry?

There are 3570+ hotels available in The Lowry.

Preston to The Lowry - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 250 bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to The Lowry by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 14m
£11–21
Bus, line 250 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to John Gilbert Waybus 250
1h 31m
£7–11
Drive 32.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to The Lowrycar 32.4 mi
38 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to The Lowrytaxi 32.4 mi
38 min
£140–180
Line 125 bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Salford Shopping Centrebus 8 / ...
2h 55m
£7

Preston to The Lowry by bus and foot

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Distance: 32.6 mi
Duration: 1h 14m

What companies run services between Preston, England and The Lowry, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Deansgate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £9–18 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to The Lowry via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and John Gilbert Way in around 1h 31m.

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