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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Bacup is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 40 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Bacup is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Bacup?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Bacup. However, there are services departing from Pole Street and arriving at Market Street via Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 11m.

How far is it from Preston to Bacup?

The distance between Preston and Bacup is 28 miles. The road distance is 24.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Bacup without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 37m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 37m to get from Preston to Bacup, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Bacup bus from?

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

Where does the Preston to Bacup bus arrive?

Preston to Bacup bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Interchange station.

Can I drive from Preston to Bacup?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Bacup is 25 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Preston to Bacup.

Where can I stay near Bacup?

There are 2359+ hotels available in Bacup.

Preston to Bacup - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and line 481 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to AccringtonPreston - Colne / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Market Street464
1h 37m
Drive 24.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Bacup24.5 mi
40 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Bacup24.5 mi
40 min
£55–70
Bus, line 481 bus
1. Take the bus from Pole Street to Interchange59
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Station481
2h 11m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 28.3 mi
Duration: 1h 37m

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

You can take a bus from Pole Street to Market Street via Interchange and Bus Station in around 2h 11m.

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