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How to get fromAlston to Prestonby taxi, train, car or bus

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

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  1. Taxi, train

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Alston to Penrith North Lakestaxi
    2. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to PrestontrainGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
    1h 21m
    £52–81

  2. Drive 85.6 mi

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Alston to Prestoncar85.6 mi
    1h 35m
    £21–31

  3. Bus, train

    1. Take the bus from Hendersons Garage to The Courtsbus680A
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to PrestontrainGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
    2h 27m

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Alston, Cumbria, England and Preston, England?

There is no direct connection from Alston to Preston. However, you can take the taxi to Penrith North Lakes then take the train to Preston. Alternatively, you can drive from Alston to Preston in around 1h 35m.

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