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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Shildon is to drive which costs £23 - £35 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Shildon is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs £23 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Shildon?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at King William via Shudehill Interchange, Manchester Central Coach Station and Tubwell Row. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Shildon?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Shildon. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Shildon via York and Darlington. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Preston to Shildon?

The distance between Preston and Shildon is 140 miles. The road distance is 97 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Shildon without a car is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £23 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 3h 50m to get from Preston to Shildon, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Shildon bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Shildon train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Shildon?

The best way to get from Preston to Shildon is to train which takes 3h 50m and costs £23 - £70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £21 - £60 and takes 5h 25m.

Where does the Preston to Shildon bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Shildon train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Shildon?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Shildon is 97 miles. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Preston to Shildon.

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

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Where can I stay near Shildon?

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to YorkBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from York to DarlingtonYork - Newcastle / ...
3h 50m
£24–68
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Dolphin Centre177
5h 25m
£22–58
Drive 96.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Shildon96.4 mi
1h 50m
£24–34
Train via Leeds
1. Take the train from Preston to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the train from Leeds to DarlingtonLiverpool Lime Street - Newcastle / ...
4h 1m
£22–101

Preston to Shildon by train

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 139 mi
Duration: 3h 50m

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

You can take a train from Preston to Shildon via York and Darlington in around 3h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to King William via Shudehill Interchange, Chorlton Street Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, Dolphin Centre, and Tubwell Row in around 5h 25m.

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