What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Thornton in Craven?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Thornton in Craven is to line 280 bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Thornton in Craven?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Thornton in Craven is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Thornton in Craven?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Thornton in Craven. However, there are services departing from Lancaster Road and arriving at Thornton Post Office via Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Preston to Thornton in Craven?

The distance between Preston and Thornton in Craven is 37 miles. The road distance is 31 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Thornton in Craven without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Thornton in Craven without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 46m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Preston to Thornton in Craven?

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Preston to Thornton in Craven, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Thornton in Craven bus from?

Preston to Thornton in Craven bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Lancaster Road station.

Where does the Preston to Thornton in Craven bus arrive?

Preston to Thornton in Craven bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Interchange station.

Can I drive from Preston to Thornton in Craven?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Thornton in Craven is 31 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Preston to Thornton in Craven.

Where can I stay near Thornton in Craven?

There are 1345+ hotels available in Thornton in Craven.

Preston to Thornton in Craven - 5 ways to travel via train, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Thornton in Craven 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, bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to ColnePreston - Colne / ...
2. Take the bus from Crown Hotel to Thornton Post OfficeM6 / ...
1h 46m
Line 280 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lancaster Road to Interchange280
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Thornton Post Office280
2h 5m
£4–7
Drive 30.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Thornton in Craven30.8 mi
40 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Thornton in Craven30.8 mi
40 min
£70–90
Line 152 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Station152
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Thornton Post OfficeM6
2h 50m

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Distance: 36.8 mi
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Thornton in Craven, England?

You can take a bus from Lancaster Road to Thornton Post Office via Interchange in around 2h 5m.

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