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

The cheapest way to get from Thirsk to Preston is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Thirsk to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 34m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct train between Thirsk and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Thirsk to Preston. However, there are services departing from Thirsk and arriving at Preston via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.

How far is it from Thirsk to Preston?

The distance between Thirsk and Preston is 122 miles. The road distance is 76.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Thirsk to Preston without a car is to train which takes 2h 51m and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 2h 51m to get from Thirsk to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Thirsk to Preston train from?

Thirsk to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Thirsk station.

Where does the Thirsk to Preston train arrive?

Thirsk to Preston train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Thirsk to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Thirsk to Preston is 76 miles. It takes approximately 1h 34m to drive from Thirsk to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2368+ hotels available in Preston.

Thirsk to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Thirsk to Preston by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Saltburn - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
2h 51m
£44–77
Drive 75.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Thirsk to Prestoncar 75.9 mi
1h 34m
£19–27
Train, line 152 bus
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Todmordentrain Redcar Central - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 152
4h 19m
Train via Hebden Bridge
1. Take the train from Thirsk to Hebden Bridgetrain Redcar Central - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Hebden Bridge to Prestontrain York - Blackpool North / ...
3h 5m
£41–71

Thirsk to Preston by train

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Distance: 120.9 mi
Duration: 2h 51m

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

You can take a train from Thirsk to Preston via Manchester Oxford Road in around 2h 51m.

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