How to get from Preston to Bacup by bus and train?

From Preston to Bacup by bus and train

To get from Preston to Bacup in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Accrington station. Next, take the 464 bus from Accrington station to Lee Mill station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 48 min.

108min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 464464
Walk to Bacup
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Colne
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Accrington
    38 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Accrington
    190 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 464464
    Wait for bus
    464
    Rochdale
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Lee Mill
    50 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bacup
    Walk to
    Bacup
    120 yd • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Preston to Bacup by bus and train via NORTHERN and 8

To get from Preston to Bacup in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Burnley Manchester Road station. Next, take the 8 bus from Mechanics Institute station to Post Office (Stop E) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min.

111min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 88
Walk to Bacup
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Burnley Manchester Road
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mechanics Institute
    510 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Bacup
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Post Office (Stop E)
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bacup
    Walk to
    Bacup
    0.84 mi • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to Bacup

The distance between Preston, North West and Bacup, North West is approximately 28 mi, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to Bacup by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Preston

Preston is located at Preston, North West and the nearest public transport station is Railway Station.

Train stations close to Preston:

  • Preston

Bus stations close to Preston:

  • Railway Station
  • Railway Station (Stand C)
  • Railway Station (Stand B)

Public transport stations close to Bacup, North West

Bacup is located at Bacup, North West and the nearest public transport station is Cemetery.

Bus stations close to Bacup:

  • Cemetery
  • Farholme Lane
  • Hindle Street

Related Routes

Alternative route from Preston to Bacup by bus and train via NORTHERN and 8

To get from Preston to Bacup in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Burnley Manchester Road station. Next, take the 8 bus from Mechanics Institute station to Post Office (Stop E) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 51 min.

111min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 88
Walk to Bacup
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Burnley Manchester Road
    37 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mechanics Institute
    510 yd • 7 min
  • 5
    Bus - 88
    Wait for bus
    8
    Bacup
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Post Office (Stop E)
    22 min
  • 7
    Walk to Bacup
    Walk to
    Bacup
    0.84 mi • 18 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Bacup?

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 464.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Preston to Bacup?

    The alternative route takes 111 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 8.

  • Is there a direct train between Preston and Bacup in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 48 min.

  • Which train line goes from Preston to Bacup in North West?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Preston station near Preston to Colne station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Colne station near Bacup in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Preston to Bacup in North West by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Preston and Bacup in North West by train and bus is about 1 hr 48 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Preston to get to Bacup in North West?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Preston station near Preston in North West.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Preston and Bacup in North West?

    Get off the train at the Colne stop, which is closest to Bacup in North West.

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