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

The cheapest way to get from Settle to Preston is to drive which costs £9 - £13 and takes 47 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Settle to Preston is to drive which takes 47 min and costs £9 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Settle and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Settle to Preston. However, there are services departing from Market Place and arriving at Arrival Stand via Bus Station Stand 3 and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 11m.

Is there a direct train between Settle and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Settle to Preston. However, there are services departing from Giggleswick and arriving at Preston via Lancaster. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Settle to Preston?

The distance between Settle and Preston is 50 miles. The road distance is 36.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Settle to Preston without a car is to train via Lancaster which takes 1h 11m and costs £10 - £21.

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

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Settle to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Settle to Preston bus from?

Settle to Preston bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Bus Station Stand 3.

Where do I catch the Settle to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Settle to Preston?

The best way to get from Settle to Preston is to train via Lancaster which takes 1h 11m and costs £10 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus and line 152 bus, which costs and takes 4h 11m.

Where does the Settle to Preston bus arrive?

Settle to Preston bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Settle to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Settle to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Settle to Preston is 36 miles. It takes approximately 47 min to drive from Settle to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Settle to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 152 bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Settle to Preston 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 via Lancaster
best
1. Take the train from Giggleswick to LancasterLeeds - Morecambe / ...
2. Take the train from Lancaster to PrestonGlasgow Central - Rugby / ...
1h 11m
£10–20
Drive 36 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Settle to Preston36 mi
47 min
£9–13
Bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station Stand 3 to Bus StationM6
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Stand152
4h 11m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Settle to Preston36 mi
47 min
£85–110
Train
1. Take the train from Settle to BlackburnRibblehead - Rochdale
2. Take the train from Blackburn to PrestonColne - Preston / ...
1h 44m
£10–18

Settle to Preston by train

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Distance: 49.4 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

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

You can take a train from Giggleswick to Preston via Lancaster in around 1h 11m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Market Place to Arrival Stand via Bus Station Stand 3 and Bus Station in around 4h 11m.

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