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

From Preston to Ramsbottom by bus and train

To get from Preston to Ramsbottom in Ramsbottom, take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Accrington station. Next, take the X41 bus from Accrington Bus Station station to Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min. The bus and train schedule from Preston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ramsbottom on the Moovit app.

93min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - X41X41
Walk to Ramsbottom
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
    York
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Accrington
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Accrington Bus Station
    180 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Bus - X41X41
    Wait for bus
    X41
    Manchester
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway
    42 min
  • 7
    Walk to Ramsbottom
    Walk to
    Ramsbottom
    Railway Street
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Preston to Ramsbottom by bus and train via NORTHERN, 471 and 474

To get from Preston to Ramsbottom you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Bolton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 471 bus and finally take the 474 bus from Bury East Lancs Railway station to Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Preston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ramsbottom on the Moovit app.

106min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 471471
Bus - 474474
Walk to Ramsbottom
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
    Bolton
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ash Street
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 471471
    Wait for bus
    471
    Rochdale Interchange
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bury East Lancs Railway
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bury East Lancs Railway
    20 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 474474
    Wait for bus
    474
    Bury Interchange
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Ramsbottom
    Walk to
    Ramsbottom
    Railway Street
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Preston to Ramsbottom

The distance between Preston and Ramsbottom is approximately 45.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 93 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Preston to Ramsbottom by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Ramsbottom – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Preston to Ramsbottom

To check the bus and train schedule from Preston to Ramsbottom using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Preston) and destination (Ramsbottom), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Preston to Ramsbottom by bus and train via NORTHERN, 471 and 474

To get from Preston to Ramsbottom you’ll need to take one train line and 2 bus lines: take the NORTHERN train from Preston station to Bolton station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 471 bus and finally take the 474 bus from Bury East Lancs Railway station to Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 46 min. The bus and train schedule from Preston may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Ramsbottom on the Moovit app.

106min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 471471
Bus - 474474
Walk to Ramsbottom
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
    Bolton
    33 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Ash Street
    260 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Bus - 471471
    Wait for bus
    471
    Rochdale Interchange
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Bury East Lancs Railway
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Bury East Lancs Railway
    20 m • 1 min
  • 8
    Bus - 474474
    Wait for bus
    474
    Bury Interchange
  • 9
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Ramsbottom East Lancs Railway
    25 min
  • 10
    Walk to Ramsbottom
    Walk to
    Ramsbottom
    Railway Street
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 93 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Bus line X41.

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

    The alternative route takes 106 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Bus line 471, Bus line 474.

  • Is there a direct train between Preston and Ramsbottom?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 33 min.

  • Which train line goes from Preston to Ramsbottom?

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

  • How long does it take to travel from Preston to Ramsbottom by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Preston and Ramsbottom by train and bus is about 1 hr 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Preston to get to Ramsbottom?

    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 Ramsbottom?

    Get off the train at the York stop, which is closest to Ramsbottom.

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