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 41m.

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 41m and costs £18 - £27.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and York?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to York. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Blossom Street via Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

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 £15 - £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 FlixBus, depart from Bus 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 £15 - £50. Alternatively, you can bus and line 843 bus, which costs and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Preston to York bus arrive?

Preston to York bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange 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 41m to drive from Preston to York.

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

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How do I get a bus 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, line 843 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 YorkBlackpool North - York / ...
2h 13m
£15–50
Bus, line 843 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 Blossom Street843 / ...
3h 58m
Drive 76.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to York76.7 mi
1h 41m
£19–27

Preston to York by train

108Weekly Trains

2h 13mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest 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 £15–50 and the journey takes 2h 13m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Blossom Street via Shudehill Interchange and Leeds City Bus Station in around 3h 58m.

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