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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Thornton is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 25 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Thornton is to taxi which takes 25 min and costs £45 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Thornton?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Railway Station station and arriving at Leslie Avenue. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Preston to Thornton?

The distance between Preston and Thornton is 19 miles. The road distance is 18.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Thornton without a car is to train and line 24 bus which takes 47 min and costs .

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

It takes approximately 47 min to get from Preston to Thornton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Thornton bus from?

Preston to Thornton bus services, operated by Archway Travel, depart from Railway Station.

Where does the Preston to Thornton bus arrive?

Preston to Thornton bus services, operated by Archway Travel, arrive at Leslie Avenue station.

Can I drive from Preston to Thornton?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Thornton is 19 miles. It takes approximately 25 min to drive from Preston to Thornton.

Where can I stay near Thornton?

There are 2073+ hotels available in Thornton.

Preston to Thornton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 24 bus, and line 74 bus

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

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Train, line 24 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Poulton-le-Fyldetrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
2. Take the bus from St Chads Church to Gardeners Armsbus 24
47 min
Drive 18.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Thorntoncar 18.4 mi
25 min
£5–7
Line 74 bus
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Leslie Avenuebus 74
1h 17m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Thorntontaxi 18.4 mi
25 min
£45–55
Line 68 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from 53 Degrees to Corporation Street C05bus 61 / ...
2. Take the bus from Market Street to Marsh Millbus 14
2h 2m
£7

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Distance: 19 mi
Duration: 47 min

What companies run services between Preston, England and Thornton, Lancashire, England?

Archway Travel operates a bus from Railway Station to Leslie Avenue hourly, and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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