What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Preston is to line 41 bus and bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Preston is to drive which takes 45 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Grandale Street and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Preston. However, there are services departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Preston via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 11m.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Preston?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Preston is 32 miles. The road distance is 35.1 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £10 - £21.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Greater Manchester to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Preston bus from?

Greater Manchester to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Grandale Street station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Preston train from?

Greater Manchester to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Greater Manchester to Preston?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Preston is to train which takes 1h 11m and costs £10 - £21. Alternatively, you can line 41 bus and bus, which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 25m.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Preston bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Printworks station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Preston train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Preston is 35 miles. It takes approximately 45 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2255+ hotels available in Preston.

Greater Manchester to Preston - 4 ways to travel via train, line 41 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 11m
£11–21
Line 41 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Grandale Street to Printworksbus 41
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2h 25m
£5–8
Drive 34.9 mi
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Prestoncar 34.9 mi
45 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Prestontaxi 34.9 mi
45 min
£150–190

Greater Manchester to Preston by bus and train

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Distance: 31.8 mi
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Preston, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 52 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grandale Street to Bus Station via Printworks and Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 25m.

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