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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Barrowford is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Barrowford is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Barrowford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Barrowford. However, there are services departing from Lancaster Road and arriving at Wilton Street via Cowper Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Barrowford?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Nelson. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 4m.

How far is it from Preston to Barrowford?

The distance between Preston and Barrowford is 27 miles. The road distance is 25 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Barrowford without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £16.

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

The train from Preston to Nelson takes 1h 4m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Barrowford bus from?

Preston to Barrowford bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Lancaster Road station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Barrowford train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Barrowford?

The best way to get from Preston to Barrowford is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £13 - £16. Alternatively, you can line 280 bus and bus, which costs and takes 2h 12m.

Where does the Preston to Barrowford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Barrowford train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Barrowford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Barrowford is 25 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Preston to Barrowford.

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

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Where can I stay near Barrowford?

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Preston to Barrowford - 5 ways to travel via train, line 280 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Barrowford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Nelsontrain Preston - Colne / ...
1h 4m
£13–16
Drive 24.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Barrowfordcar 24.8 mi
32 min
£7–9
Line 280 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Interchangebus 280
2. Take the bus from Cowper Avenue to Wilton Streetbus 67 / ...
2h 12m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Barrowfordtaxi 24.8 mi
32 min
£55–75
Line 152 bus, line 2 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Rushton Streetbus 2
2h 42m

Preston to Barrowford by train

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1h 4mAverage Duration

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Distance: 26.5 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Nelson hourly. Tickets cost £13–16 and the journey takes 1h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lancaster Road to Wilton Street via Interchange and Cowper Avenue in around 2h 12m.

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