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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Horwich is to rideshare which costs £2 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Horwich is to train which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Horwich?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Church Street and arriving at Albert Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Horwich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Blackrod. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 22 min.

How far is it from Preston to Horwich?

The distance between Preston and Horwich is 14 miles. The road distance is 15.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Horwich without a car is to train which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £8.

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

The train from Preston to Blackrod takes 22 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Horwich bus from?

Preston to Horwich bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Church Street station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Horwich train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Horwich?

The best way to get from Preston to Horwich is to train which takes 22 min and costs £4 - £8. Alternatively, you can line 125 bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 14m.

Where does the Preston to Horwich bus arrive?

Preston to Horwich bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Albert Street station.

Where does the Preston to Horwich train arrive?

Preston to Horwich train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Blackrod station.

Can I drive from Preston to Horwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Horwich is 15 miles. It takes approximately 26 min to drive from Preston to Horwich.

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

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Where can I stay near Horwich?

There are 334+ hotels available in Horwich.

Can I share a ride from Preston to Horwich?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Preston and Horwich. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Preston to Horwich - 6 ways to travel via train, line 125 bus, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Horwich by train, bus, rideshare, taxi, 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 Blackrodtrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
22 min
£4–8
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lostock Hall to Horwichrideshare 13 mi
35 min
£2
Train, line 125 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Chorleytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Albert Streetbus 125
36 min
£7–22
Line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Albert Streetbus 125
1h 14m
£2–4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Horwichtaxi 15.2 mi
26 min
£35–45
Drive 15.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Horwichcar 15.2 mi
26 min
£4–6

Preston to Horwich by train

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Distance: 13.6 mi
Duration: 22 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Blackrod hourly. Tickets cost £4–8 and the journey takes 22 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from Church Street to Albert Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 14m.

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