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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Handforth is to bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 47m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Handforth is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Handforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Frontline House via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 47m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Handforth via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Preston to Handforth?

The distance between Preston and Handforth is 42 miles. The road distance is 42.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Handforth without a car is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £15 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Preston to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Handforth bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Handforth train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Handforth?

The best way to get from Preston to Handforth is to train which takes 1h 39m and costs £15 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 2h 47m.

Where does the Preston to Handforth bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Handforth train arrive?

Preston to Handforth train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Handforth is 43 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Preston to Handforth.

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

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Where can I stay near Handforth?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Handforthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
1h 39m
£15–30
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Frontline Housebus 42C
2h 47m
£8–10
Drive 42.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Handforthcar 42.5 mi
47 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Handforthtaxi 42.5 mi
47 min
£100–120

Preston to Handforth by train

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Distance: 41.5 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Handforth via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 39m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Frontline House via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens in around 2h 47m.

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