What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Blackley?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Blackley is to bus which costs £5 - £9 and takes 1h 33m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Blackley?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Blackley is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Blackley?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Blackley. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Chapel Lane via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Blackley?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Blackley. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Crumpsall via Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Preston to Blackley?

The distance between Preston and Blackley is 34 miles. The road distance is 32.4 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Blackley without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Blackley without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 15m and costs £14 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Blackley?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Preston to Blackley, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Blackley bus from?

Preston to Blackley bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Blackley train from?

Preston to Blackley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Blackley bus arrive?

Preston to Blackley bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Blackley train arrive?

Preston to Blackley train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Deansgate station.

Can I drive from Preston to Blackley?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Blackley is 32 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Preston to Blackley.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Blackley?

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Where can I stay near Blackley?

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Blackley by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Crumpsalltram Red Line / ...
1h 15m
£14–25
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
1h 33m
£6–8
Drive 32.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Blackleycar 32.3 mi
38 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Blackleytaxi 32.3 mi
38 min
£75–95
Bus, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 36 / ...
4h 5m
£8–14

Preston to Blackley by train and tram

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1h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 33.6 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

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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