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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Shipley is to drive which costs £11 - £17 and takes 1h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Shipley is to drive which takes 1h 7m and costs £11 - £17.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Shipley?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Shipley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thackley Old Road via Bus Station and Keighley Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Shipley?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Shipley. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Shipley via Leeds. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Preston to Shipley?

The distance between Preston and Shipley is 72 miles. The road distance is 46.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Shipley without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Preston to Shipley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Shipley bus from?

Preston to Shipley bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Shipley train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Shipley?

The best way to get from Preston to Shipley is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs £23 - £45. Alternatively, you can line 152 bus and bus, which costs and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Preston to Shipley bus arrive?

Preston to Shipley bus services, operated by The Blackburn Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Shipley train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Shipley?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Shipley is 46 miles. It takes approximately 1h 7m to drive from Preston to Shipley.

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

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Where can I stay near Shipley?

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Preston to Shipley - 4 ways to travel via train, line 152 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Leedstrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2h 2m
£23–43
Drive 45.8 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Shipleycar 45.8 mi
1h 7m
£12–17
Line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Keighley Bus Station Entrancebus M4
4h 40m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Shipleytaxi 45.8 mi
1h 7m
£200–240

Preston to Shipley by train

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2h 2mAverage Duration

£23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 71.5 mi
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Shipley, Bradford, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Leeds hourly. Tickets cost £20–40 and the journey takes 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Thackley Old Road via Bus Station and Keighley Bus Station in around 4h 40m.

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