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

The cheapest way to get from Helmsley to Preston is to drive which costs £22 - £35 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helmsley to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £22 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Helmsley and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Helmsley to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Feathers Hotel and arriving at Bus Station via Rougier Street, Leeds City Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Helmsley to Preston?

The distance between Helmsley and Preston is 124 miles. The road distance is 90.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Helmsley to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £60 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 37m to get from Helmsley to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helmsley to Preston bus from?

Helmsley to Preston bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, depart from Feathers Hotel station.

Train or bus from Helmsley to Preston?

The best way to get from Helmsley to Preston is to train which takes 3h 37m and costs £60 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 4m.

Where does the Helmsley to Preston bus arrive?

Helmsley to Preston bus services, operated by Yorkshire Coastliner, arrive at Station Road.

Can I drive from Helmsley to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Helmsley to Preston is 91 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Helmsley to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2151+ hotels available in Preston.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Helmsley to Preston by train, bus, 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 Malton to LeedsScarborough - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
3h 37m
£60–122
Drive 90 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Helmsley to Preston90 mi
1h 50m
£23–33
Bus
1. Take the bus from Feathers Hotel to Station Road31X
2. Take the bus from Rougier Street to Leeds Bus Station Entrance843 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
4. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
6h 4m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Feathers Hotel to Station Road31X
2. Take the train from York to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
4h 23m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 123.1 mi
Duration: 3h 37m

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

You can take a vehicle from Helmsley to Preston via Malton and Leeds in around 3h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Feathers Hotel to Bus Station via Station Road, Rougier Street, Leeds City Bus Station, and Shudehill Interchange in around 6h 4m.

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