What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring is to line 125 bus and bus which costs £16 - £28 and takes 7h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring is to drive which takes 2h 17m and costs £27 - £40.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Houghton-Le-Spring?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Houghton-Le-Spring. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Houghton Le Spring via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The distance between Preston and Houghton-Le-Spring is 162 miles. The road distance is 111.6 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring without a car is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £29 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

It takes approximately 3h 58m to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring bus from?

Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Train or bus from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

The best way to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring is to train which takes 3h 58m and costs £29 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £60 and takes 5h 27m.

Where does the Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring bus arrive?

Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring is 112 miles. It takes approximately 2h 17m to drive from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring.

Where can I stay near Houghton-Le-Spring?

There are 2118+ hotels available in Houghton-Le-Spring.

Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to Durhamtrain Liverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
3h 58m
£30–134
Line 125 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Sunderland Interchangebus Uk073
7h 41m
£17–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Interchangebus 172
5h 27m
£38–56
Drive 110.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Houghton-Le-Springcar 110.9 mi
2h 17m
£28–40
Train via Carlisle
1. Take the train from Preston to Carlisletrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Sunderlandtrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
4h 27m
£32–119

Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring by train and bus

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3h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 161.2 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Houghton-Le-Spring, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Houghton-Le-Spring via Leeds, Durham, and Bus Station Stand D in around 3h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Houghton Le Spring via Manchester Central Coach Station and Interchange in around 5h 27m.

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