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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Liverpool is to bus and line 47 bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Liverpool is to train which takes 51 min and costs £6 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Liverpool?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Liverpool station. However, there are services departing from Railway Station and arriving at Queen Square Bus Station via Union Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Liverpool?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Liverpool Lime Street. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Preston to Liverpool?

The distance between Preston and Liverpool is 35 miles. The road distance is 29.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Liverpool without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £6 - £20.

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

The train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Street takes 51 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Liverpool bus from?

Preston to Liverpool bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Railway Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Liverpool train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Liverpool?

The best way to get from Preston to Liverpool is to train which takes 51 min and costs £6 - £20. Alternatively, you can bus and line 47 bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 2h 19m.

Where does the Preston to Liverpool bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Liverpool train arrive?

Preston to Liverpool train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Liverpool Lime Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Liverpool?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Liverpool is 30 miles. It takes approximately 51 min to drive from Preston to Liverpool.

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

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Where can I stay near Liverpool?

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Preston to Liverpool - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, line 47 bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
51 min
£6–20
Bus, line 47 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Railway Station to Union StreetX2
2. Take the bus from Union Street to Queen Square Bus Station47 / ...
2h 19m
£5–8
Drive 29.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Liverpool29.8 mi
51 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Liverpool29.8 mi
51 min
£95–120

Preston to Liverpool by train

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Distance: 34.9 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Liverpool Lime Street hourly. Tickets cost £6–20 and the journey takes 51 min. TransPennine Express also services this route 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Railway Station to Queen Square Bus Station via Union Street in around 2h 19m.

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