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

The cheapest way to get from Bakewell to Preston is to drive which costs £17 - £25 and takes 1h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bakewell to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs £17 - £25.

Is there a direct train between Bakewell and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Bakewell to Preston. However, there are services departing from Buxton and arriving at Preston via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Bakewell to Preston?

The distance between Bakewell and Preston is 69 miles. The road distance is 69.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Bakewell to Preston without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs £23 - £40.

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

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Bakewell to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bakewell to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Bakewell to Preston train arrive?

Bakewell to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Bakewell to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Bakewell to Preston is 70 miles. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Bakewell to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2253+ hotels available in Preston.

Bakewell to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, car, bus, and line 257 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Bakewell to Preston by train, car, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Buxton to Manchester Piccadillytrain Buxton - Manchester Piccadilly
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
3h 15m
£23–40
Drive 69.2 mi
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1. Drive from Bakewell to Prestoncar 69.2 mi
1h 27m
£18–25
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Square to Paternoster Row/SS2bus 218
2. Take the train from Sheffield to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Prestontrain
3h 20m
Line 257 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Square to Bus Turnaroundbus 257
2. Take the train from Bamford to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain
3h 35m

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Distance: 68.8 mi
Duration: 3h 15m

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

You can take a bus from Square to Preston via Market Place, Buxton, and Manchester Piccadilly in around 3h 15m.

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