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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Elsecar is to bus which costs £11 - £50 and takes 3h 51m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Elsecar is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £17 - £26.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Elsecar?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Elsecar. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Elsecar via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Preston to Elsecar?

The distance between Preston and Elsecar is 84 miles. The road distance is 71.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Elsecar without a car is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 55m and costs £18 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from Preston to Elsecar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Elsecar train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Elsecar?

The best way to get from Preston to Elsecar is to train via Manchester which takes 2h 55m and costs £18 - £60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £11 - £50 and takes 3h 51m.

Where does the Preston to Elsecar train arrive?

Preston to Elsecar train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Preston to Elsecar?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Elsecar is 72 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Preston to Elsecar.

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

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Where can I stay near Elsecar?

There are 1092+ hotels available in Elsecar.

Preston to Elsecar - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 152 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Elsecar by train, bus, 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 via Manchester
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford RoadBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to SheffieldLiverpool Lime Street - Cleethorpes / ...
2h 55m
£18–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Meadowhall Interchange/B1Uk079
3h 51m
£12–48
Drive 71.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Elsecar71.4 mi
1h 26m
£18–26
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to ElsecarLeeds - Sheffield / ...
3h 20m
£19–56
Line 152 bus, line 591 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Station591
3. Take the train from Huddersfield to Elsecar
6h 5m

Preston to Elsecar by train

197Weekly Trains

2h 55mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.7 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Elsecar via Manchester Oxford Road and Sheffield in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Elsecar via Shudehill Interchange, Meadowhall Interchange/B1, and Meadowhall in around 3h 51m.

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