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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Accrington is to drive which costs £3 - £6 and takes 26 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Accrington is to taxi which takes 26 min and costs £40 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Accrington?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Pole Street and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Accrington?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Accrington. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

How far is it from Preston to Accrington?

The distance between Preston and Accrington is 17 miles. The road distance is 16.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Accrington without a car is to train which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £12.

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

The train from Preston to Accrington takes 38 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Accrington bus from?

Preston to Accrington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Pole Street station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Accrington train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Accrington?

The best way to get from Preston to Accrington is to train which takes 38 min and costs £6 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 1h 4m.

Where does the Preston to Accrington bus arrive?

Preston to Accrington bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Accrington train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Accrington?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Accrington is 16 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Preston to Accrington.

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

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Where can I stay near Accrington?

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Preston to Accrington - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Accrington by train, bus, 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 Preston to Accringtontrain Blackpool North - York / ...
38 min
£6–12
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Pole Street to Bus Stationbus 59C
1h 4m
£4–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Accringtontaxi 16.3 mi
26 min
£40–50
Drive 16.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Accringtoncar 16.3 mi
26 min
£4–6
Line 59 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Bus Stationbus 59
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 7 / ...
1h 7m
£5–15

Preston to Accrington by train

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Distance: 17.1 mi
Duration: 38 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Accrington hourly. Tickets cost £6–12 and the journey takes 38 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire operates a bus from Pole Street to Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 1h 4m.

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