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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Doncaster is to drive which costs £19 - £29 and takes 1h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Doncaster is to drive which takes 1h 54m and costs £19 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Shudehill Interchange and Meadowhall Interchange/C2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Doncaster?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Doncaster. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Doncaster via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

How far is it from Preston to Doncaster?

The distance between Preston and Doncaster is 91 miles. The road distance is 81.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Doncaster without a car is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £15 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 25m to get from Preston to Doncaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Doncaster bus from?

Preston to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Doncaster train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Doncaster?

The best way to get from Preston to Doncaster is to train which takes 2h 25m and costs £15 - £65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 21m.

Where does the Preston to Doncaster bus arrive?

Preston to Doncaster bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Doncaster train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Doncaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Doncaster is 81 miles. It takes approximately 1h 54m to drive from Preston to Doncaster.

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

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Where can I stay near Doncaster?

There are 543+ hotels available in Doncaster.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Doncastertrain Leeds - London Kings Cross / ...
2h 25m
£15–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Meadowhall Interchange/B1bus
3. Take the bus from Meadowhall Interchange/C2 to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2bus X3
4h 21m
Drive 80.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Doncastercar 80.7 mi
1h 54m
£20–29
Train via Manchester
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Preston - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Doncastertrain Liverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 50m
£20–59

Preston to Doncaster by train

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Distance: 90.5 mi
Duration: 2h 25m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Doncaster via Leeds in around 2h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Doncaster Frenchgate Interchange/B2 via Shudehill Interchange, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall Interchange/C2 in around 4h 21m.

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