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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Woolton is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Woolton is to drive which takes 52 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Woolton?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Woolton. However, there are services departing from Wigan Rail Stations and arriving at Kings Drive via Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Woolton?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Woolton. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Hunts Cross via Warrington Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 45m.

How far is it from Preston to Woolton?

The distance between Preston and Woolton is 34 miles. The road distance is 34.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Woolton without a car is to train and line 89 bus which takes 1h 18m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 18m to get from Preston to Woolton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Woolton bus from?

Preston to Woolton bus services, operated by Metro Network, depart from Wigan Rail Stations.

Where do I catch the Preston to Woolton train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Woolton?

The best way to get from Preston to Woolton is to line 352 bus and line 89 bus which takes 2h 32m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £28 and takes 1h 45m.

Where does the Preston to Woolton bus arrive?

Preston to Woolton bus services, operated by Metro Network, arrive at St Helens Central Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Woolton train arrive?

Preston to Woolton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Preston to Woolton?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Woolton is 34 miles. It takes approximately 52 min to drive from Preston to Woolton.

Where can I stay near Woolton?

There are 2844+ hotels available in Woolton.

Preston to Woolton - 5 ways to travel via train, line 89 bus, and line 352 bus

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

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Train, line 89 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Huytontrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street
2. Take the bus from Poplar Bank to Kings Drivebus 89
1h 18m
Drive 34.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Wooltoncar 34.2 mi
52 min
£9–13
Line 352 bus, line 89 bus
1. Take the bus from Wigan Rail Stations to St Helens Central Interchangebus 352
2. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Kings Drivebus 89
2h 32m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Wooltontaxi 34.2 mi
52 min
£150–180
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Glasgow Central - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Central to Hunts Crosstrain Warrington Central - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 45m
£15–27

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Distance: 33.7 mi
Duration: 1h 18m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Kings Drive via Wigan North Western, Wigan Rail Stations, St Helens Central Interchange, and Chalon Way West in around 2h 32m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Allerton Road via Warrington Bank Quay, Warrington Central, Hunts Cross, and Hunts Cross Interchange in around 1h 45m.

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