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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Westhoughton is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 24 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Westhoughton is to drive which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Westhoughton?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Westhoughton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at St Bartholomew's Church via Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Westhoughton?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Westhoughton. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Westhoughton via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Preston to Westhoughton?

The distance between Preston and Westhoughton is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Westhoughton without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £6 - £15.

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

It takes approximately 46 min to get from Preston to Westhoughton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Westhoughton bus from?

Preston to Westhoughton bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Westhoughton train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Westhoughton?

The best way to get from Preston to Westhoughton is to train which takes 46 min and costs £6 - £15. Alternatively, you can bus and line 607 bus, which costs £6 - £13 and takes 2h 13m.

Where does the Preston to Westhoughton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Westhoughton train arrive?

Preston to Westhoughton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Preston to Westhoughton?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Westhoughton is 20 miles. It takes approximately 24 min to drive from Preston to Westhoughton.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Westhoughton?

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Preston to Westhoughton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 607 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Westhoughtontrain Wigan Wallgate - Manchester Victoria / ...
46 min
£6–15
Drive 19.8 mi
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1. Drive from Preston to Westhoughtoncar 19.8 mi
24 min
£5–7
Train, line 607 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Wigan North Westerntrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to St Bartholomew's Churchbus 607
58 min
£7–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Westhoughtontaxi 19.8 mi
24 min
£45–60
Bus, line 607 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to St Bartholomew's Churchbus 559 / ...
2h 13m
£6–12

Preston to Westhoughton by train

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Distance: 20 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

You can take a train from Preston to Westhoughton via Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate in around 46 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to St Bartholomew's Church via Bolton Interchange in around 2h 13m.

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