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

The cheapest way to get from Horwich to Preston is to rideshare which costs £2 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Horwich to Preston is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Horwich and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Albert Street and arriving at Percy Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Horwich and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Blackrod and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Horwich to Preston?

The distance between Horwich and Preston is 14 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Horwich to Preston without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £11.

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

The train from Blackrod to Preston takes 24 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Horwich to Preston bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Horwich to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Horwich to Preston?

The best way to get from Horwich to Preston is to train which takes 24 min and costs £4 - £11. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Horwich to Preston bus arrive?

Horwich to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Percy Street station.

Where does the Horwich to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Horwich to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Horwich to Preston is 15 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Horwich to Preston.

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

Book your Horwich to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2142+ hotels available in Preston.

Can I share a ride from Horwich to Preston?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Horwich and Preston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Horwich to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, and rideshare

There are 5 ways to get from Horwich to Preston by train, bus, rideshare, 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 Blackrod to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
24 min
£4–11
Line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Albert Street to Percy Streetbus 125
1h 10m
£2–4
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Horwich to Lostock Hallrideshare 12.9 mi
35 min
£2
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Horwich to Prestontaxi 15.2 mi
26 min
£35–45
Drive 15.2 mi
1. Drive from Horwich to Prestoncar 15.2 mi
26 min
£4–6

Horwich to Preston by train

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Distance: 13.6 mi
Duration: 24 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Blackrod to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £4–11 and the journey takes 24 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Albert Street to Percy Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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