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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Skelmanthorpe is to drive which costs £13 - £20 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Skelmanthorpe is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Skelmanthorpe?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Skelmanthorpe. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Queen Street via Shudehill Interchange, Leeds City Bus Station and Wakefield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 17m.

How far is it from Preston to Skelmanthorpe?

The distance between Preston and Skelmanthorpe is 66 miles. The road distance is 55.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Skelmanthorpe without a car is to train and bus which takes 2h 49m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 49m to get from Preston to Skelmanthorpe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Skelmanthorpe bus from?

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

Where does the Preston to Skelmanthorpe bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Skelmanthorpe?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Skelmanthorpe is 56 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Preston to Skelmanthorpe.

Where can I stay near Skelmanthorpe?

There are 1712+ hotels available in Skelmanthorpe.

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

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

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

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Huddersfield
3. Take the bus from Huddersfield Bus Station to New StreetD1
2h 49m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus StationUk073 / ...
4h 17m
£10–32
Drive 55.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Skelmanthorpe55.4 mi
1h 26m
£14–20
Line 152 bus, line 591 bus, line 549 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Halifax Bus Station591
3. Take the bus from Halifax Bus Station to Huddersfield Bus Station549 / ...
5h 31m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 65.5 mi
Duration: 2h 49m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Queen Street via Shudehill Interchange, Leeds City Bus Station, and Wakefield Bus Station in around 4h 17m.

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