What is the cheapest way to get from Blackpool Tower to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool Tower to Preston is to line 61 bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 13m.

What is the fastest way to get from Blackpool Tower to Preston?

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

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool Tower and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from National Express Coach Facility and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool Tower and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackpool North and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21 min.

How far is it from Blackpool Tower to Preston?

The distance between Blackpool Tower and Preston is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.6 miles.

How do I travel from Blackpool Tower to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Blackpool Tower to Preston without a car is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £50.

How long does it take to get from Blackpool Tower to Preston?

The train from Blackpool North to Preston takes 21 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Blackpool Tower to Preston bus from?

Blackpool Tower to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from National Express Coach Facility station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool Tower to Preston train from?

Blackpool Tower to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Blackpool North station.

Train or bus from Blackpool Tower to Preston?

The best way to get from Blackpool Tower to Preston is to train which takes 32 min and costs £5 - £50. Alternatively, you can line 424 bus, which costs £14 - £20 and takes 38 min.

Where does the Blackpool Tower to Preston bus arrive?

Blackpool Tower to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Blackpool Tower to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool Tower to Preston?

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

How do I get a train ticket from Blackpool Tower to Preston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Blackpool Tower to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Blackpool Tower to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, line 424 bus, and taxi

There are 6 ways to get from Blackpool Tower to Preston by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to Prestontrain Blackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
32 min
£5–50
Line 61 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Corporation Street C05 to Bus Stationbus 61
1h 13m
£2–4
Line 424 bus
1. Take the bus from National Express Coach Facility to Bus Stationbus 424
38 min
£14–20
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool Tower to Prestontaxi 16.5 mi
27 min
£40–50
Drive 16.5 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool Tower to Prestoncar 16.5 mi
27 min
£4–6
Line 68 bus
1. Take the bus from Sands to 53 Degreesbus 68
1h 28m
£5–8

Blackpool Tower to Preston by foot and train

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Map of how to get from Blackpool Tower to Preston.

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Distance: 17.9 mi
Duration: 32 min

What companies run services between Blackpool Tower, England and Preston, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Preston every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £5–7 and the journey takes 21 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from National Express Coach Facility to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £14–20 and the journey takes 35 min.

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