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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Shotton is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Shotton is to drive which takes 1h 19m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Shotton?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Shotton. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Shotton via Warrington Bank Quay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Preston to Shotton?

The distance between Preston and Shotton is 53 miles. The road distance is 47.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Shotton without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs £25 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Preston to Shotton, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Shotton train from?

Preston to Shotton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Shotton train arrive?

Preston to Shotton train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Warrington Bank Quay station.

Can I drive from Preston to Shotton?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Shotton is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 19m to drive from Preston to Shotton.

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

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Where can I stay near Shotton?

There are 2297+ hotels available in Shotton.

Preston to Shotton - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Shotton by train, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank QuayPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to ShottonManchester Airport - Llandudno / ...
1h 59m
£25–28
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Liverpool Lime StreetBlackpool North - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
2. Take the bus from Whitechapel to Chester Bus Interchange1 / ...
3h 24m
£11–28
Train, bus via Warrington
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank QuayPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Warrington Bus Interchange Stand G to Chester Bus InterchangeX30
3h 3m
£23–28
Drive 47.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Shotton47.2 mi
1h 19m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Shotton47.2 mi
1h 19m
£110–140

Preston to Shotton by train

89Weekly Trains

1h 59mAverage Duration

£25Cheapest Price

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Distance: 52.6 mi
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Shotton, Wales?

You can take a train from Preston to Shotton via Warrington Bank Quay in around 1h 59m.

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