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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Ormskirk is to bus which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Ormskirk is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £40 - £55.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Ormskirk?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from West Cliff and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Ormskirk?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Ormskirk. Services depart hourly, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 31 min.

How far is it from Preston to Ormskirk?

The distance between Preston and Ormskirk is 15 miles. The road distance is 18 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Ormskirk without a car is to train which takes 31 min and costs £2 - £10.

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

The train from Preston to Ormskirk takes 31 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ormskirk bus from?

Preston to Ormskirk bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from West Cliff station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Ormskirk train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Ormskirk?

The best way to get from Preston to Ormskirk is to train which takes 31 min and costs £2 - £10. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £4 and takes 1h 8m.

Where does the Preston to Ormskirk bus arrive?

Preston to Ormskirk bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Ormskirk train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Ormskirk?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Ormskirk is 18 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Preston to Ormskirk.

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

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Where can I stay near Ormskirk?

There are 2511+ hotels available in Ormskirk.

Preston to Ormskirk - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

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

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Preston to Ormskirk by train

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31 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 15.3 mi
Duration: 31 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Ormskirk hourly. Tickets cost £2–10 and the journey takes 31 min. Alternatively, Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire operates a bus from West Cliff to Bus Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 1h 8m.

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