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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Holywell is to line 47 bus and bus and line 11 bus which costs £12 - £18 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Holywell is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £14 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Holywell?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Holywell station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Holywell Bus Station Stand 3 via Union Street, Whitechapel and Chester Bus Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 15m.

How far is it from Preston to Holywell?

The distance between Preston and Holywell is 62 miles. The road distance is 58.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Holywell without a car is to train and line 11 bus via Chester which takes 2h 45m and costs £21 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 2h 45m to get from Preston to Holywell, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Holywell bus from?

Preston to Holywell bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Union Street station.

Where does the Preston to Holywell bus arrive?

Preston to Holywell bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Queen Square Bus Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Holywell?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Holywell is 58 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Preston to Holywell.

Where can I stay near Holywell?

There are 2816+ hotels available in Holywell.

Preston to Holywell - 4 ways to travel via train, line 11 bus, and line 47 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Holywell by train, bus, or car

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Train, line 11 bus via Chester
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Chestertrain
3. Take the bus from Chester Rd West to Holywell Bus Station Stand 3bus 11
2h 45m
£22–37
Line 47 bus, bus, line 11 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Union Street to Queen Square Bus Stationbus 47 / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchangebus 1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Holywell Bus Station Stand 3bus 11
6h 15m
£13–17
Drive 57.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Holywellcar 57.9 mi
1h 30m
£15–21
Train, line 11 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Shottontrain
3. Take the bus from Chester Rd West to Holywell Bus Station Stand 3bus 11
2h 48m
£23–35

Preston to Holywell by train and bus

175Weekly Services

2h 45mAverage Duration

£22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 61.9 mi
Duration: 2h 45m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Holywell, Wales?

You can take a bus from Railway Station to Holywell Bus Station Stand 3 via Union Street, Queen Square Bus Station, Whitechapel, and Chester Bus Interchange in around 6h 15m.

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