What is the cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston is to line 37 bus and line 125 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 49m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Ashton-under-Lyne and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Cavendish Street and arriving at Bus Station via Piccadilly Gardens and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Ashton-under-Lyne and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston. However, there are services departing from Ashton-under-Lyne and arriving at Preston via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

How far is it from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston?

The distance between Ashton-under-Lyne and Preston is 37 miles. The road distance is 40.1 miles.

How do I travel from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 34m and costs £13 - £27.

How long does it take to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston bus from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Cavendish Street station.

Where do I catch the Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston train from?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Ashton-under-Lyne station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston bus arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston train arrive?

Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston is 40 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston?

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There are 5 ways to get from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Ashton-under-Lyne to Piccadillytram Blue Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 34m
£14–26
Line 219 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Cavendish Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 216 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2h 49m
£7–11
Drive 39.9 mi
1. Drive from Ashton-under-Lyne to Prestoncar 39.9 mi
42 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ashton-under-Lyne to Prestontaxi 39.9 mi
42 min
£90–120
Line 37 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
3h 49m
£7

Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston by tram and train

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Distance: 36.5 mi
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Ashton-under-Lyne, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from Cavendish Street to Bus Station via Piccadilly Gardens and Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 49m.

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