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

The cheapest way to get from Hawkshead to Preston is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Hawkshead to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 13m and costs £13 - £20.

How far is it from Hawkshead to Preston?

The distance between Hawkshead and Preston is 60 miles. The road distance is 57.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Hawkshead to Preston without a car is to line 505 bus and train which takes 2h 27m and costs £12 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 27m to get from Hawkshead to Preston, including transfers.

Can I drive from Hawkshead to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Hawkshead to Preston is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 13m to drive from Hawkshead to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Preston.

Hawkshead to Preston - 3 ways to travel via train, and line 505 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Hawkshead to Preston by bus, train, or car

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Line 505 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Bus Rail Interchangebus 505
2. Take the train from Windermere to Oxenholme Lake Districttrain
3. Take the train from Oxenholme Lake District to Prestontrain
2h 27m
£12–34
Line 505 bus, line 755 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Tourist Information Centre to Bus Rail Interchangebus 505
2. Take the bus from Bus Rail Interchange to New Streetbus 755
3. Take the train from Carnforth to Prestontrain
3h 59m
£24–31
Drive 56.8 mi
1. Drive from Hawkshead to Prestoncar 56.8 mi
1h 13m
£14–20

Hawkshead to Preston by bus and train

94Weekly Services

2h 27mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Hawkshead to Preston.

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Distance: 59.9 mi
Duration: 2h 27m

What companies run services between Hawkshead, Cumbria, England and Preston, England?

There is no direct connection from Hawkshead to Preston. However, you can take the line 505 bus to Bus Rail Interchange, walk to Windermere, take the train to Oxenholme Lake District, then take the train to Preston. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tourist Information Centre to Preston via Bus Rail Interchange, New Street, and Carnforth in around 3h 59m.

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