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

From Preston to Horwich by bus and train

To get from Preston to Horwich in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Chorley station. Next, take the 125 bus from Chorley station to Albert Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min.

49min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 125125
Walk to Horwich
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Chorley
    11 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chorley
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - 125125
    Wait for bus
    125
    Bolton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Albert Street
    18 min
  • 7
    Walk to Horwich
    Walk to
    Horwich
    110 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Preston to Horwich by bus and train via NORTHERN and 575

To get from Preston to Horwich in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Blackrod station. Next, take the 575 bus from Blackrod Rail Station (Stop A) station to Mottram Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min.

48min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 575575
Walk to Horwich
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackrod
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blackrod Rail Station (Stop A)
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 575575
    Wait for bus
    575
    Bolton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mottram Street
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Horwich
    Walk to
    Horwich
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to Horwich

The distance between Preston, North West and Horwich, North West is approximately 23.33 km, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to Horwich 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 Corporation Street.

Train stations close to Preston:

  • Preston

Bus stations close to Preston:

  • Corporation Street
  • Corporation Street (Stand Cs3)
  • Christ Church Street

Public transport stations close to Horwich, North West

Horwich is located at Horwich, North West and the nearest public transport station is Winter Hey Lane.

Bus stations close to Horwich:

  • Winter Hey Lane
  • Carr Road
  • Canada Street

Related Routes

Alternative route from Preston to Horwich by bus and train via NORTHERN and 575

To get from Preston to Horwich in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Blackrod station. Next, take the 575 bus from Blackrod Rail Station (Stop A) station to Mottram Street station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 48 min.

48min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 575575
Walk to Horwich
Leaves from Preston

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Preston
    220 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Manchester Airport
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Blackrod
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blackrod Rail Station (Stop A)
    20 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 575575
    Wait for bus
    575
    Bolton
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mottram Street
    7 min
  • 7
    Walk to Horwich
    Walk to
    Horwich
    330 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 125.

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

    The alternative route takes 48 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 575.

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

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

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

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

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

    The total travel time between Preston and Horwich in North West by train and bus is about 49 min.

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

    Get off the train at the Manchester Airport stop, which is closest to Horwich in North West.

  • When is the first train from Preston to Horwich in North West?

    The first train from Preston to Horwich in North West is Northern. It leaves the Preston station at 05:50.

  • When is the first bus from Preston to Horwich in North West?

    The first bus from Preston to Horwich in North West is Preston - Bolton. It leaves the Church Street (Stand J) stop at 05:19.