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

The cheapest way to get from Old Trafford to Prestwich is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 14 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Old Trafford to Prestwich is to taxi which takes 14 min and costs £16 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Old Trafford and Prestwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Old Trafford to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Clippers Quay and arriving at Longfield Centre via Salford Shopping Centre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Old Trafford and Prestwich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Old Trafford and arriving at Prestwich. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 35 min.

How far is it from Old Trafford to Prestwich?

The distance between Old Trafford and Prestwich is 8 miles. The road distance is 6.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Old Trafford to Prestwich without a car is to tram which takes 46 min and costs £3 - £5.

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

The tram from Old Trafford to Prestwich takes 35 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Old Trafford to Prestwich bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Clippers Quay station.

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

Old Trafford to Prestwich train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Old Trafford station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Prestwich bus arrive?

Old Trafford to Prestwich bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Salford Shopping Centre station.

Where does the Old Trafford to Prestwich train arrive?

Old Trafford to Prestwich train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Prestwich station.

Can I drive from Old Trafford to Prestwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Trafford to Prestwich is 6 miles. It takes approximately 14 min to drive from Old Trafford to Prestwich.

Where can I stay near Prestwich?

There are 3636+ hotels available in Prestwich.

Old Trafford to Prestwich - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 53 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Old Trafford to Prestwich by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Old Trafford to Prestwichtram Green Line
46 min
£3–5
Drive 6.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Old Trafford to Prestwichcar 6.4 mi
14 min
£2–3
Line 53 bus, line 95 bus
1. Take the bus from Clippers Quay to Salford Shopping Centrebus 79 / ...
2. Take the bus from Salford Shopping Centre to Longfield Centrebus 95
1h 1m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Old Trafford to Prestwichtaxi 6.4 mi
14 min
£16–20
Tram via Trafford Bar
1. Take the tram from Trafford Bar to Prestwichtram Green Line
51 min
£2–4

Old Trafford to Prestwich by foot and tram

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Distance: 8 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Old Trafford to Prestwich every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 35 min. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Old Trafford to Longfield Centre via Clippers Quay and Salford Shopping Centre in around 1h 1m.

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