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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Helmshore is to drive which costs £4 - £7 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Helmshore is to drive which takes 29 min and costs £4 - £7.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Helmshore?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Helmshore. However, there are services departing from Lancaster Road and arriving at Post Office via Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 23m.

How far is it from Preston to Helmshore?

The distance between Preston and Helmshore is 23 miles. The road distance is 19.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Helmshore without a car is to train and line 481 bus which takes 1h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Preston to Helmshore, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Helmshore bus from?

Preston to Helmshore bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Lancaster Road station.

Where does the Preston to Helmshore bus arrive?

Preston to Helmshore bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Helmshore?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Helmshore is 19 miles. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Preston to Helmshore.

Where can I stay near Helmshore?

There are 2715+ hotels available in Helmshore.

Preston to Helmshore - 5 ways to travel via train, line 481 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Helmshore by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, line 481 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to BlackburnPreston - Colne / ...
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Post Office481
1h 13m
Drive 19 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Helmshore19 mi
29 min
£5–7
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to AccringtonPreston - Colne / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Post OfficeX41
1h 26m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Helmshore19 mi
29 min
£45–55
Line 59 bus, line 481 bus
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Bus Station59
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Post Office481
1h 23m

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Distance: 22.4 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Lancaster Road to Post Office via Bus Station in around 1h 23m.

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