What is the cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Preston is to line 22 bus and line 125 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Preston is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Old Trafford and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Old Trafford to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Warwick Road and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Old Trafford and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Old Trafford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Wharfside and arriving at Preston via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 19m.

How far is it from Old Trafford to Preston?

The distance between Old Trafford and Preston is 32 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

How do I travel from Old Trafford to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Old Trafford to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £11 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Old Trafford to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 19m to get from Old Trafford to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Preston bus from?

Old Trafford to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Warwick Road station.

Where do I catch the Old Trafford to Preston train from?

Old Trafford to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Deansgate station.

Train or bus from Old Trafford to Preston?

The best way to get from Old Trafford to Preston is to train which takes 1h 19m and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can line 263 bus and bus, which costs £6 - £11 and takes 2h 17m.

Where does the Old Trafford to Preston bus arrive?

Old Trafford to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Charlotte Street station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Preston train arrive?

Old Trafford to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Old Trafford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Trafford to Preston is 33 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Old Trafford to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2314+ hotels available in Preston.

Old Trafford to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 263 bus, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Old Trafford to Preston by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 19m
£12–21
Line 263 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Warwick Road to Charlotte Streetbus 256 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2h 17m
£7–11
Drive 32.9 mi
1. Drive from Old Trafford to Prestoncar 32.9 mi
40 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Old Trafford to Prestontaxi 32.9 mi
40 min
£140–180
Line 22 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 22 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
3h 41m
£7

Old Trafford to Preston by foot, tram, and train

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1h 19mAverage Duration

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Distance: 32.2 mi
Duration: 1h 19m

What companies run services between Old Trafford, England and Preston, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Deansgate to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Old Trafford to Bus Station via Warwick Road, Charlotte Street, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 17m.

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