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

The cheapest way to get from Birkenhead to Preston is to rideshare which costs £4 - £6 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Birkenhead to Preston is to train which takes 53 min and costs £6 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Birkenhead and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Birkenhead station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Queen Square Bus Station and arriving at Bus Station via Duke Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Birkenhead and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Liverpool Lime Street and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 53 min.

How far is it from Birkenhead to Preston?

The distance between Birkenhead and Preston is 35 miles. The road distance is 32.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Preston without a car is to train which takes 53 min and costs £6 - £20.

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

The train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston takes 53 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Preston bus from?

Birkenhead to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Queen Square Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Birkenhead to Preston train from?

Birkenhead to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Liverpool Lime Street station.

Train or bus from Birkenhead to Preston?

The best way to get from Birkenhead to Preston is to train which takes 53 min and costs £6 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Birkenhead to Preston bus arrive?

Birkenhead to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Duke Street station.

Where does the Birkenhead to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Birkenhead to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Birkenhead to Preston is 33 miles. It takes approximately 58 min to drive from Birkenhead to Preston.

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

Book your Birkenhead to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2142+ hotels available in Preston.

Can I share a ride from Birkenhead to Preston?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Birkenhead and Preston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Birkenhead to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Liverpool Lime Street to Prestontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
53 min
£6–20
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Duke Streetbus X2
2. Take the bus from Duke Street to Bus Stationbus X2
2h 21m
£4–7
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Liverpool to Prestonrideshare 30.4 mi
1h
£4–6
Drive 32.6 mi
1. Drive from Birkenhead to Prestoncar 32.6 mi
58 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Birkenhead to Prestontaxi 32.6 mi
58 min
£75–95

Birkenhead to Preston by train

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Distance: 35 mi
Duration: 53 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Liverpool Lime Street to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £6–20 and the journey takes 53 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Queen Square Bus Station to Bus Station via Duke Street in around 2h 21m.

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