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How to get fromPreston to English Channelby train, unknown or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Preston to English Channel by train, unknown, or bus

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  1. Train, travel via Carlisle

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    1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain
    2. Take the train from Carlisle to Partontrain
    3. Walk from Parton to English Channelunknown
    3h 3m

  2. Train, bus, travel

    1. Take the train from Preston to Penrith North Lakestrain
    2. Take the bus from Penrith Rail Station to WorkingtonbusX4 / ...
    3. Walk from Workington to English Channelunknown
    3h 15m

  3. Train, travel

    1. Take the train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain
    2. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Partontrain
    3. Walk from Parton to English Channelunknown
    3h 49m

Questions & Answers

What companies run services between Preston, England and English Channel?

There is no direct connection from Preston to English Channel. However, you can take the train to Carlisle, take the train to Parton, then travel to English Channel. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to English Channel via Penrith North Lakes, Penrith Rail Station, and Workington in around 3h 15m.

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