What is the cheapest way to get from Preston bus Station to Blackpool?

The cheapest way to get from Preston bus Station to Blackpool is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 27 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston bus Station to Blackpool?

The fastest way to get from Preston bus Station to Blackpool is to taxi which takes 27 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Preston bus Station and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Buchanan Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Preston bus Station and Blackpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Blackpool North. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Preston bus Station to Blackpool?

The distance between Preston bus Station and Blackpool is 18 miles. The road distance is 16.9 miles.

How do I travel from Preston bus Station to Blackpool without a car?

The best way to get from Preston bus Station to Blackpool without a car is to train which takes 35 min and costs £3 - £11.

How long does it take to get from Preston bus Station to Blackpool?

The train from Preston to Blackpool North takes 22 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston bus Station to Blackpool bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston bus Station to Blackpool train from?

Preston bus Station to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston bus Station to Blackpool?

The best way to get from Preston bus Station to Blackpool is to train which takes 35 min and costs £3 - £11. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £12 and takes 1h 13m.

Where does the Preston bus Station to Blackpool bus arrive?

Preston bus Station to Blackpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Buchanan Street station.

Where does the Preston bus Station to Blackpool train arrive?

Preston bus Station to Blackpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackpool North station.

Can I drive from Preston bus Station to Blackpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston bus Station to Blackpool is 17 miles. It takes approximately 27 min to drive from Preston bus Station to Blackpool.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston bus Station to Blackpool?

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Preston bus Station to Blackpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and taxi

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Blackpool NorthLiverpool Lime Street - Blackpool North / ...
35 min
£3–11
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Street61
1h 13m
£2–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston bus Station to Blackpool16.8 mi
27 min
£40–50
Drive 16.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston bus Station to Blackpool16.8 mi
27 min
£5–7

Preston bus Station to Blackpool by foot and train

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Distance: 18 mi
Duration: 35 min

What companies run services between Preston bus Station, England and Blackpool, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Blackpool North every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–11 and the journey takes 22 min. Avanti West Coast also services this route twice daily. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Bus Station to Buchanan Street hourly. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 13m. National Express also services this route once daily.

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