What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston is to bus via Shudehill Interchange which costs £4 - £7 and takes 1h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 55 min.

How far is it from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston?

The distance between Manchester Piccadilly Station and Preston is 31 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston without a car is to train which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £23.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston?

The train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston takes 55 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston bus from?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston train from?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston?

The best way to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston is to train which takes 55 min and costs £11 - £23. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £6 - £15 and takes 56 min.

Where does the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston bus arrive?

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston is 33 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston?

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Can I share a ride from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston?

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Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
55 min
£11–23
Bus via Shudehill Interchange
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
1h 14m
£4–7
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
56 min
£6–15
Drive 33.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Prestoncar 33.1 mi
42 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester Piccadilly Station to Prestontaxi 33.1 mi
42 min
£75–95
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Prestonrideshare 32.5 mi
1h 11m
£4–6

Manchester Piccadilly Station to Preston by train

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Distance: 31.1 mi
Duration: 55 min

What companies run services between Manchester Piccadilly Station, England and Preston, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 55 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station 4 times a day. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 50 min.

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