What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Whaley Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Whaley Bridge is to drive which costs £12 - £19 and takes 1h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Whaley Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Whaley Bridge is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £12 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Whaley Bridge station. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Railway Station via Manchester Airport The Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Whaley Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Whaley Bridge. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Whaley Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 58m.

How far is it from Preston to Whaley Bridge?

The distance between Preston and Whaley Bridge is 48 miles. The road distance is 51.9 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Whaley Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Whaley Bridge without a car is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £17 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Whaley Bridge?

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Preston to Whaley Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Whaley Bridge bus from?

Preston to Whaley Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Whaley Bridge train from?

Preston to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Whaley Bridge?

The best way to get from Preston to Whaley Bridge is to train which takes 1h 58m and costs £17 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 199 bus, which costs £14 - £25 and takes 2h 44m.

Where does the Preston to Whaley Bridge bus arrive?

Preston to Whaley Bridge bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

Where does the Preston to Whaley Bridge train arrive?

Preston to Whaley Bridge train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Whaley Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Whaley Bridge is 52 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Preston to Whaley Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Whaley Bridge?

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Where can I stay near Whaley Bridge?

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Preston to Whaley Bridge - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 199 bus

There are 3 ways to get from Preston to Whaley Bridge by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Preston - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Whaley Bridgetrain Manchester Piccadilly - Buxton
1h 58m
£17–34
Drive 51.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Whaley Bridgecar 51.6 mi
1h 3m
£13–19
Bus, line 199 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Airport The Station to Railway Stationbus 199
2h 44m
£14–25

Preston to Whaley Bridge by train

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1h 58mAverage Duration

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Distance: 47.3 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Whaley Bridge, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Whaley Bridge via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 58m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Railway Station via Manchester Airport The Station in around 2h 44m.

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