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

The cheapest way to get from Altham to Preston is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Altham to Preston is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Altham and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from St James CEPS and arriving at Percy Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 9m.

How far is it from Altham to Preston?

The distance between Altham and Preston is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Altham to Preston without a car is to line 152 bus which takes 1h 9m and costs .

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

The line 152 bus from St James CEPS to Percy Street takes 1h 9m including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Altham to Preston bus from?

Altham to Preston bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from St James CEPS station.

Where does the Altham to Preston bus arrive?

Altham to Preston bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Percy Street station.

Can I drive from Altham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Altham to Preston is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Altham to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2162+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 152 bus
best
1. Take the bus from St James CEPS to Percy Street152
1h 9m
Drive 17.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Altham to Preston17.3 mi
27 min
£5–7
Line 152 bus, train
1. Take the bus from St James CEPS to Bus Station152
2. Take the train from Blackburn to PrestonColne - Preston / ...
1h 17m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altham to Preston17.3 mi
27 min
£40–50

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Distance: 18.3 mi
Duration: 1h 9m

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

The Blackburn Bus Company operates a bus from St James CEPS to Percy Street every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 1h 9m.

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