What is the cheapest way to get from Droylsden to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Droylsden to Preston is to line 37 bus and line 125 bus which costs £7 - £8 and takes 3h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Droylsden to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Droylsden to Preston is to drive which takes 48 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Droylsden and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Droylsden to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Droylsden Metrolink Stop and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Droylsden and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Droylsden to Preston. However, there are services departing from Droylsden and arriving at Preston via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Droylsden to Preston?

The distance between Droylsden and Preston is 35 miles. The road distance is 37.3 miles.

How do I travel from Droylsden to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Droylsden to Preston without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 24m and costs £13 - £26.

How long does it take to get from Droylsden to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Droylsden to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Droylsden to Preston bus from?

Droylsden to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Droylsden Metrolink Stop station.

Where do I catch the Droylsden to Preston train from?

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

Where does the Droylsden to Preston bus arrive?

Droylsden to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Droylsden to Preston train arrive?

Droylsden to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Droylsden to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Droylsden to Preston is 37 miles. It takes approximately 48 min to drive from Droylsden to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2368+ hotels available in Preston.

Droylsden to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 216 bus, and bus

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Droylsden to Piccadillytram Blue Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 24m
£13–26
Line 37 bus, line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
3h 33m
£7–8
Line 216 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Droylsden Metrolink Stop to Piccadilly Gardensbus 216
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2h 20m
£8–17
Drive 37.1 mi
1. Drive from Droylsden to Prestoncar 37.1 mi
48 min
£9–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Droylsden to Prestontaxi 37.1 mi
48 min
£85–110

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Distance: 34.5 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Droylsden, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from Droylsden Metrolink Stop to Bus Station via Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 20m.

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