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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Leeds is to bus which costs £8 - £30 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Leeds is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Leeds?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Leeds station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Leeds City Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Leeds?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Leeds. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Preston to Leeds?

The distance between Preston and Leeds is 61 miles. The road distance is 55.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Leeds without a car is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £11 - £45.

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

The train from Preston to Leeds takes 1h 42m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Leeds bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Leeds train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Leeds?

The best way to get from Preston to Leeds is to train which takes 1h 42m and costs £11 - £45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £30 and takes 2h 24m.

Where does the Preston to Leeds bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Leeds train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Leeds?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Leeds is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Preston to Leeds.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Leeds?

Book your Preston to Leeds bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Leeds?

There are 2367+ hotels available in Leeds.

Preston to Leeds - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Leeds by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
1h 42m
£11–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus StationUk073 / ...
2h 24m
£9–30
Drive 55.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Leeds55.3 mi
1h 27m
£14–20

Preston to Leeds by train

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1h 42mAverage Duration

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Distance: 60.9 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £11–45 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Leeds City Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 24m.

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