What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Thorp Arch?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Thorp Arch is to train and line 174 bus which costs £15 - £22 and takes 3h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Thorp Arch?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Thorp Arch is to drive which takes 1h 30m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Thorp Arch?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Thorp Arch. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Thorp Arch Village via Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Preston to Thorp Arch?

The distance between Preston and Thorp Arch is 79 miles. The road distance is 68.4 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Thorp Arch without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Thorp Arch without a car is to train and line 7 bus which takes 3h 3m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Preston to Thorp Arch?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Preston to Thorp Arch, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Thorp Arch bus from?

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

Where does the Preston to Thorp Arch bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Thorp Arch?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Thorp Arch is 68 miles. It takes approximately 1h 30m to drive from Preston to Thorp Arch.

Where can I stay near Thorp Arch?

There are 2994+ hotels available in Thorp Arch.

Preston to Thorp Arch - 5 ways to travel via train, line 7 bus, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Thorp Arch 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, line 7 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to LeedsBlackpool North - York / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Thorp Arch Village7
3h 3m
Train, line 174 bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to GarforthBlackpool North - York
2. Take the bus from Garforth Main St A to High Street Grove Rd174A / ...
3h 34m
£15–22
Bus, line 7 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Leeds City Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Thorp Arch Village7
3h 38m
Drive 68 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Thorp Arch68 mi
1h 30m
£17–25
Line 152 bus, line 591 bus, 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 Leeds City Bus Station508
5h 52m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 79 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Thorp Arch, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Thorp Arch Village via Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 38m.

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