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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Broughton is to bus which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 20m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Broughton?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Broughton. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Great Cheetham Street West via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Broughton?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Salford Crescent. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 44 min.

How far is it from Preston to Broughton?

The distance between Preston and Broughton is 29 miles. The road distance is 31.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Broughton without a car is to train which takes 44 min and costs £11 - £21.

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

The train from Preston to Salford Crescent takes 44 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Preston to Broughton bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Broughton train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Broughton?

The best way to get from Preston to Broughton is to train which takes 44 min and costs £11 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 20m.

Where does the Preston to Broughton bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Broughton train arrive?

Preston to Broughton train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Salford Crescent station.

Can I drive from Preston to Broughton?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Broughton?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Salford Crescenttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
44 min
£11–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
1h 20m
£3–7
Drive 31.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Broughtoncar 31.7 mi
38 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Broughtontaxi 31.7 mi
38 min
£75–90
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Salford Shopping Centrebus 8 / ...
2h 45m
£8–14

Preston to Broughton by train

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 44 min

What companies run services between Preston, England and Broughton, Salford, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Salford Crescent hourly. Tickets cost £11–21 and the journey takes 44 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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