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

The cheapest way to get from Blackpool to Preston is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 27 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Blackpool to Preston is to train which takes 21 min and costs £3 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Blackpool and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Buchanan Street and arriving at 53 Degrees. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 57 min.

Is there a direct train between Blackpool 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 to Preston?

The distance between Blackpool and Preston is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Blackpool to Preston without a car is to train which takes 21 min and costs £3 - £11.

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

Blackpool to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Buchanan Street station.

Where do I catch the Blackpool to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Blackpool to Preston?

The best way to get from Blackpool to Preston is to train which takes 21 min and costs £3 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £7 and takes 57 min.

Where does the Blackpool to Preston bus arrive?

Blackpool to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at 53 Degrees station.

Where does the Blackpool to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Blackpool to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Blackpool to Preston is 16 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Blackpool to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2118+ hotels available in Preston.

Blackpool to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blackpool North to PrestonBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
21 min
£3–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Buchanan Street to 53 Degrees61
57 min
£2–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Blackpool to Preston16.4 mi
27 min
£40–50
Drive 16.4 mi
1. Drive from Blackpool to Preston16.4 mi
27 min
£4–6

Blackpool to Preston by train

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Distance: 17.3 mi
Duration: 21 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackpool North to Preston every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–11 and the journey takes 21 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route once daily. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Buchanan Street to 53 Degrees every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 57 min. National Express also services this route twice daily.

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