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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to York is to drive which costs £18 - £27 and takes 1h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to York is to drive which takes 1h 42m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to York. However, there are services departing from Coach Stn and arriving at Micklegate via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and York?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at York. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 13m.

How far is it from Preston to York?

The distance between Preston and York is 87 miles. The road distance is 77.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to York without a car is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £24 - £50.

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

The train from Preston to York takes 2h 13m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to York bus from?

Preston to York bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Coach Stn station.

Where do I catch the Preston to York train from?

Preston to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to York?

The best way to get from Preston to York is to train which takes 2h 13m and costs £24 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Preston to York bus arrive?

Preston to York bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to York train arrive?

Preston to York train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at York station.

Can I drive from Preston to York?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to York is 77 miles. It takes approximately 1h 42m to drive from Preston to York.

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

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Where can I stay near York?

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Preston to York - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Yorktrain Blackpool North - York / ...
2h 13m
£24–50
Drive 76.7 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Yorkcar 76.7 mi
1h 42m
£19–27
Bus
1. Take the bus from Coach Stn to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Leeds City Bus & Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Micklegatebus 843 / ...
3h 53m

Preston to York by train

116Weekly Trains

2h 13mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 86.2 mi
Duration: 2h 13m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to York hourly. Tickets cost £24–50 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Coach Stn to Micklegate via Manchester Central Coach Station and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 53m.

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