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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Helmsley is to drive which costs £21 - £35 and takes 1h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Helmsley is to drive which takes 1h 52m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Helmsley?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Helmsley. However, there are services departing from Preston Bus Station and arriving at Market Place via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Station Avenue. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 19m.

How far is it from Preston to Helmsley?

The distance between Preston and Helmsley is 124 miles. The road distance is 89.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Helmsley without a car is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £55 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 34m to get from Preston to Helmsley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Helmsley bus from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Helmsley?

The best way to get from Preston to Helmsley is to train which takes 3h 34m and costs £55 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 19m.

Where does the Preston to Helmsley bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Helmsley?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Helmsley is 89 miles. It takes approximately 1h 52m to drive from Preston to Helmsley.

Where can I stay near Helmsley?

There are 798+ hotels available in Helmsley.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Helmsley 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
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Maltontrain Manchester Victoria - Scarborough / ...
3h 34m
£57–123
Drive 88.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Helmsleycar 88.7 mi
1h 52m
£22–32
Bus
1. Take the bus from Preston Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Yorkbus
3. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
6h 19m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York
2. Take the bus from Station Avenue to Market Placebus 31X
4h 27m

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Helmsley.

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Distance: 123 mi
Duration: 3h 34m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Helmsley via Leeds and Malton in around 3h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Preston Bus Station to Market Place via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Station Avenue in around 6h 19m.

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