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

The cheapest way to get from Lathom to Preston is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 56 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Lathom to Preston is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £10.

Is there a direct bus between Lathom and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lordsgate Drive and arriving at Ring Way. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

Is there a direct train between Lathom and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Burscough Junction and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Lathom to Preston?

The distance between Lathom and Preston is 13 miles. The road distance is 15.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Lathom to Preston without a car is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £10.

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

The train from Burscough Junction to Preston takes 27 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Lathom to Preston bus from?

Lathom to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Lordsgate Drive station.

Where do I catch the Lathom to Preston train from?

Lathom to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Burscough Junction station.

Train or bus from Lathom to Preston?

The best way to get from Lathom to Preston is to train which takes 27 min and costs £3 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Lathom to Preston bus arrive?

Lathom to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Ring Way station.

Where does the Lathom to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Lathom to Preston?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2162+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Lathom to Preston by train

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Distance: 12.7 mi
Duration: 27 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Burscough Junction to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £3–10 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Lordsgate Drive to Ring Way hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 56 min.

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