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

The cheapest way to get from Bolton to Preston is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 34 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Bolton to Preston is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Bolton and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gaskell Street and arriving at Percy Street. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Bolton and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bolton and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Bolton to Preston?

The distance between Bolton and Preston is 20 miles. The road distance is 19.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bolton to Preston without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £4 - £17.

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

The train from Bolton to Preston takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Preston bus from?

Bolton to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Gaskell Street station.

Where do I catch the Bolton to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Bolton to Preston?

The best way to get from Bolton to Preston is to train which takes 35 min and costs £4 - £17. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus, which costs £5 - £8 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Bolton to Preston bus arrive?

Bolton to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Percy Street station.

Where does the Bolton to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Bolton to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bolton to Preston is 19 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Bolton to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 1218+ hotels available in Preston.

Bolton to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, car, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bolton to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
35 min
£4–17
Line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Gaskell Street to Percy Streetbus 125
1h 32m
£5–8
Drive 18.9 mi
1. Drive from Bolton to Prestoncar 18.9 mi
34 min
£5–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bolton to Prestontaxi 18.9 mi
34 min
£45–55

Bolton to Preston by train

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Distance: 20.1 mi
Duration: 35 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Bolton to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £4–17 and the journey takes 35 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Gaskell Street to Percy Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £5–8 and the journey takes 1h 32m.

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