What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to West Kirby?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to West Kirby is to bus and line 47 bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 3h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to West Kirby?

The fastest way to get from Preston to West Kirby is to drive which takes 1h 8m and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and West Kirby?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to West Kirby. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at West Kirby Interchange via Southport Interchange and The Metquarter. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and West Kirby?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to West Kirby. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at West Kirby via Liverpool Central Loop Line. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Preston to West Kirby?

The distance between Preston and West Kirby is 46 miles. The road distance is 40.4 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to West Kirby without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to West Kirby without a car is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Preston to West Kirby?

It takes approximately 1h 38m to get from Preston to West Kirby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to West Kirby bus from?

Preston to West Kirby bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to West Kirby train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to West Kirby?

The best way to get from Preston to West Kirby is to train which takes 1h 38m and costs £18 - £40. Alternatively, you can bus and line 47 bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 3h 13m.

Where does the Preston to West Kirby bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to West Kirby train arrive?

Preston to West Kirby train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to West Kirby?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to West Kirby is 40 miles. It takes approximately 1h 8m to drive from Preston to West Kirby.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to West Kirby?

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Where can I stay near West Kirby?

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Preston to West Kirby - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 47 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to West Kirby by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Streettrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the train from Liverpool Central Loop Line to West Kirbytrain West Kirby - West Kirby / ...
1h 38m
£19–38
Bus, line 47 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Southport Interchangebus X2
2. Take the bus from Southport Interchange to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Metquarter to West Kirby Interchangebus 437 / ...
3h 13m
£5–9
Drive 40.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to West Kirbycar 40.2 mi
1h 8m
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to West Kirbytaxi 40.2 mi
1h 8m
£95–120

Preston to West Kirby by train and foot

139Weekly Services

1h 38mAverage Duration

£19Cheapest Price

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Distance: 45.5 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

What companies run services between Preston, England and West Kirby, England?

You can take a train from Preston to West Kirby via Liverpool Lime Street and Liverpool Central Loop Line in around 1h 38m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to West Kirby Interchange via Southport Interchange, Queen Square Bus Station, and The Metquarter in around 3h 13m.

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