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

The cheapest way to get from Ormskirk to Preston is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ormskirk to Preston is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Ormskirk and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Railway Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 1h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Ormskirk and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Ormskirk and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Ormskirk to Preston?

The distance between Ormskirk and Preston is 15 miles. The road distance is 18.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Ormskirk to Preston without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £2 - £10.

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

The train from Ormskirk to Preston takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Ormskirk to Preston bus from?

Ormskirk to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Ormskirk to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Ormskirk to Preston?

The best way to get from Ormskirk to Preston is to train which takes 31 min and costs £2 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 10m.

Where does the Ormskirk to Preston bus arrive?

Ormskirk to Preston bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Railway Station.

Where does the Ormskirk to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ormskirk to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ormskirk to Preston is 18 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Ormskirk to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2138+ hotels available in Preston.

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

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

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Ormskirk to Preston by train

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Ormskirk to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £2–10 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Bus Station to Railway Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 10m.

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