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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Buckley is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Buckley is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Buckley?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Buckley. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Buckley via Warrington Bank Quay and Shotton High Level. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Preston to Buckley?

The distance between Preston and Buckley is 60 miles. The road distance is 51.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Buckley without a car is to train and line 4 bus which takes 2h 21m and costs £17 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 21m to get from Preston to Buckley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Buckley train from?

Preston to Buckley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Buckley?

The best way to get from Preston to Buckley is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs £22 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus and line 4 bus, which costs £20 - £28 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Preston to Buckley train arrive?

Preston to Buckley train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Preston to Buckley?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Buckley is 51 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Preston to Buckley.

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

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Where can I stay near Buckley?

There are 1150+ hotels available in Buckley.

Preston to Buckley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 4 bus, car, and bus

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

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Train, line 4 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Railway Station to Black Lionbus 4 / ...
2h 21m
£18–36
Drive 51.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Buckleycar 51.2 mi
1h 26m
£13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Preston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Shottontrain Manchester Airport - Holyhead / ...
2h 31m
£23–43
Bus, line 4 bus
1. Take the bus from Waterstones to Railway Approachbus 2A
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Black Lionbus 4 / ...
4h 5m
£20–27

Preston to Buckley by train and bus

232Weekly Services

2h 21mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 59.5 mi
Duration: 2h 21m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Buckley, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Buckley via Warrington Bank Quay, Shotton, and Shotton High Level in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Waterstones to Black Lion via Railway Approach, Ormskirk, Liverpool Central Loop Line, Chester, and Railway Station in around 4h 5m.

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