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

From Accrington to Preston by bus and train

To get from Accrington to Preston in North West, take the 6 bus from Ellison Street station to Blackburn station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Blackburn station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 54 min.

54min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 66
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Ellison Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ellison Street
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Blackburn Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Blackburn
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Blackburn
    240 yd • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool South
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    17 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    240 yd • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Accrington to Preston by bus

To get from Accrington to Preston in North West, take the 6 bus from Ellison Street station to Blackburn station. Next, take the 152 bus from Blackburn station to Arrival Stand (Stand 0) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min.

106min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 66
Bus - 152152
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Ellison Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ellison Street
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Blackburn Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Blackburn
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blackburn
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 152152
    Wait for bus
    152
    Preston City Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Arrival Stand (Stand 0)
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Accrington to Preston

The distance between Accrington, North West and Preston, North West is approximately 18.32 mi, which can typically be travelled in 54 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Accrington to Preston 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 Accrington

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

Bus stations close to Accrington:

  • Accrington
  • King Street
  • Ellison Street

Public transport stations close to Preston, North West

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

Train stations close to Preston:

  • Preston

Bus stations close to Preston:

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

Related Routes

From Accrington to Preston by bus

To get from Accrington to Preston in North West, take the 6 bus from Ellison Street station to Blackburn station. Next, take the 152 bus from Blackburn station to Arrival Stand (Stand 0) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min.

106min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 66
Bus - 152152
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Ellison Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ellison Street
    150 yd • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 66
    Wait for bus
    6
    Blackburn Town Centre
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Blackburn
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Blackburn
    110 yd • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 152152
    Wait for bus
    152
    Preston City Centre
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Arrival Stand (Stand 0)
    37 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    0.54 mi • 12 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 54 minutes, using Bus line 6, Bus line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 106 minutes, using Bus line 6, Bus line 152.

  • Is there a direct bus between Accrington and Preston in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 54 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Accrington to Preston in North West?

    The 6 bus line goes from Ellison Street station near Accrington to Blackburn Town Centre station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Blackburn Town Centre station near Preston in North West

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

    The total travel time between Accrington and Preston in North West by bus and train is about 54 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Accrington to get to Preston in North West?

    Get on the 6 bus from the Ellison Street stop near Accrington in North West.

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

    Get off the bus at the Blackburn Town Centre station, which is closest to Preston in North West.

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

    The first train from Accrington to Preston in North West is Northern. It leaves the Accrington station at 10:51.

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