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

The cheapest way to get from Barrowford to Preston is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Barrowford to Preston is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Barrowford and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Barrowford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Rushton Street and arriving at Percy Street via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Barrowford and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Nelson and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Barrowford to Preston?

The distance between Barrowford and Preston is 27 miles. The road distance is 25.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barrowford to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £8 - £14.

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

The train from Nelson to Preston takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Barrowford to Preston bus from?

Barrowford to Preston bus services, operated by Preston Bus, depart from Rushton Street station.

Where do I catch the Barrowford to Preston train from?

Barrowford to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Nelson station.

Train or bus from Barrowford to Preston?

The best way to get from Barrowford to Preston is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £8 - £14. Alternatively, you can bus and line 280 bus, which costs and takes 2h 15m.

Where does the Barrowford to Preston bus arrive?

Barrowford to Preston bus services, operated by Preston Bus, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Barrowford to Preston train arrive?

Barrowford to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Barrowford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Barrowford to Preston is 25 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Barrowford to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2122+ hotels available in Preston.

Barrowford to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 280 bus, and car

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

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Nelson to Prestontrain Colne - Preston / ...
1h 7m
£8–14
Drive 25.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barrowford to Prestoncar 25.2 mi
32 min
£7–9
Bus, line 280 bus
1. Take the bus from Rushton Street to Interchangebus 67
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Percy Streetbus 280
2h 15m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barrowford to Prestontaxi 25.2 mi
32 min
£60–75
Line 2 bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Rushton Street to Bus Stationbus 2
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Standbus 152
2h 29m

Barrowford to Preston by train

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1h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 26.5 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Nelson to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £8–14 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rushton Street to Percy Street via Interchange in around 2h 15m.

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