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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Washington is to drive which costs £28 - £45 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Washington is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs £28 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Washington?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Washington. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Sunderland Highway via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Washington?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Washington. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Heworth via Carlisle and Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

How far is it from Preston to Washington?

The distance between Preston and Washington is 159 miles. The road distance is 116.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Washington without a car is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Preston to Washington, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Washington bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Washington train from?

Preston to Washington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Washington?

The best way to get from Preston to Washington is to train which takes 3h 25m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £80 and takes 6h 6m.

Where does the Preston to Washington bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Washington train arrive?

Preston to Washington train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Preston to Washington?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Washington is 116 miles. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Preston to Washington.

Where can I stay near Washington?

There are 2167+ hotels available in Washington.

Preston to Washington - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Washington by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Newcastletrain Carlisle - Newcastle / ...
3h 25m
£38–103
Drive 115.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Washingtoncar 115.7 mi
2h 20m
£28–41
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
6h 6m
£31–80

Preston to Washington by train, subway, and bus

219Weekly Services

3h 25mAverage Duration

£38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 158 mi
Duration: 3h 25m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Bus Station via Carlisle, Newcastle, Central Station, Heworth, and Interchange in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Sunderland Highway via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 6h 6m.

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