What is the cheapest way to get from Altrincham Station to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Altrincham Station to Preston is to line 263 bus and bus which costs £6 - £11 and takes 2h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Altrincham Station to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Altrincham Station to Preston is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Altrincham Station and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Altrincham Station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Altrincham Interchange and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Altrincham Station and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Altrincham Station to Preston. However, there are services departing from Altrincham and arriving at Preston via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Altrincham Station to Preston?

The distance between Altrincham Station and Preston is 38 miles. The road distance is 38.1 miles.

How do I travel from Altrincham Station to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Altrincham Station to Preston without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 29m and costs £12 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Altrincham Station to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Altrincham Station to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Altrincham Station to Preston bus from?

Altrincham Station to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Altrincham Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Altrincham Station to Preston train from?

Altrincham Station to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Altrincham station.

Where does the Altrincham Station to Preston bus arrive?

Altrincham Station to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Charlotte Street station.

Where does the Altrincham Station to Preston train arrive?

Altrincham Station to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Can I drive from Altrincham Station to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Altrincham Station to Preston is 38 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Altrincham Station to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Altrincham Station to Preston?

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There are 5 ways to get from Altrincham Station to Preston by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Altrincham to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Purple Line / ...
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 29m
£12–22
Line 263 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Charlotte Streetbus 263
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2h 45m
£7–11
Line 5 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Altrincham Interchange to Warrington Bank Quay Stationbus 5
2. Take the train from Warrington Bank Quay to Prestontrain London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
1h 47m
Drive 37.9 mi
1. Drive from Altrincham Station to Prestoncar 37.9 mi
44 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Altrincham Station to Prestontaxi 37.9 mi
44 min
£160–200

Altrincham Station to Preston by tram and train

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Distance: 37.6 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

What companies run services between Altrincham Station, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from Altrincham Interchange to Bus Station via Charlotte Street and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 45m.

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