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

The cheapest way to get from Preston (Station) to Manchester is to bus which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston (Station) to Manchester is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Preston (Station) and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Preston (Station) and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Preston (Station) to Manchester?

The distance between Preston (Station) and Manchester is 31 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £11 - £22.

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

The train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Road takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

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

Preston (Station) to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

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

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

Train or bus from Preston (Station) to Manchester?

The best way to get from Preston (Station) to Manchester is to train which takes 51 min and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Manchester bus arrive?

Preston (Station) to Manchester bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston (Station) to Manchester train arrive?

Preston (Station) to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Preston (Station) to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston (Station) to Manchester is 33 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Preston (Station) to Manchester.

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

Book your Preston (Station) to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Preston (Station) to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

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Can I share a ride from Preston (Station) to Manchester?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Preston (Station) and Manchester. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Preston (Station) to Manchester - 5 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston (Station) to Manchester by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
51 min
£11–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
1h 18m
£3–7
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Preston to Manchesterrideshare 32.5 mi
1h 1m
£4–6
Drive 33 mi
1. Drive from Preston (Station) to Manchestercar 33 mi
44 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston (Station) to Manchestertaxi 33 mi
44 min
£75–95

Preston (Station) to Manchester by train

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Distance: 30.6 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 51 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange every 4 hours. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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