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

The cheapest way to get from Shipley to Preston is to drive which costs £11 - £18 and takes 1h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shipley to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 3m and costs £11 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Shipley and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Shipley to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Thackley Old Road and arriving at Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 50m.

How far is it from Shipley to Preston?

The distance between Shipley and Preston is 59 miles. The road distance is 47.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shipley to Preston without a car is to line 612 bus and train which takes 2h 36m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Shipley to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shipley to Preston bus from?

Shipley to Preston bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, depart from Thackley Old Road station.

Where does the Shipley to Preston bus arrive?

Shipley to Preston bus services, operated by The Keighley Bus Company, arrive at Leeds Bus Station Entrance.

Can I drive from Shipley to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Shipley to Preston is 47 miles. It takes approximately 1h 3m to drive from Shipley to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2156+ hotels available in Preston.

Shipley to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 612 bus, and line 60 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Shipley to Preston by bus, train, 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.

Line 612 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Carr Lane Hall Ln to Bradford Interchange Bus Station633 / ...
2. Take the train from Bradford Interchange to PrestonYork - Blackpool North / ...
2h 36m
Line 60 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Thackley Old Road to Leeds Bus Station Entrance60 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leeds City Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange
3. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station
3h 50m
£10–35
Drive 47.2 mi
1. Drive from Shipley to Preston47.2 mi
1h 3m
£12–18
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Shipley to Preston47.2 mi
1h 3m
£110–140
Bus, line 152 bus
1. Take the bus from Keighley Bus Station to Bus StationM4
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Arrival Stand152
4h 12m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 58.3 mi
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Shipley, Bradford, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from Thackley Old Road to Bus Station via Leeds City Bus Station and Shudehill Interchange in around 3h 50m.

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