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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Cheadle is to bus which costs £8 - £11 and takes 2h 8m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Cheadle is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Cheadle?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Cheadle. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at George & Dragon via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Cheadle?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Gatley. Services depart every two hours, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 56 min.

How far is it from Preston to Cheadle?

The distance between Preston and Cheadle is 38 miles. The road distance is 40.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Cheadle without a car is to train which takes 56 min and costs £15 - £27.

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

The train from Preston to Gatley takes 56 min including transfers and departs every two hours.

Where do I catch the Preston to Cheadle bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Cheadle train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Cheadle?

The best way to get from Preston to Cheadle is to train which takes 56 min and costs £15 - £27. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £11 and takes 2h 8m.

Where does the Preston to Cheadle bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Cheadle train arrive?

Preston to Cheadle train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Gatley station.

Can I drive from Preston to Cheadle?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Cheadle is 40 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Preston to Cheadle.

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

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Where can I stay near Cheadle?

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Preston to Cheadle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Cheadle by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Gatleytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
56 min
£15–27
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to George & Dragonbus 42B / ...
2h 8m
£8–10
Drive 40.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Cheadlecar 40.1 mi
43 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Cheadletaxi 40.1 mi
43 min
£90–120
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Oxford Road Station to George & Dragonbus 42B / ...
1h 45m
£13–24
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 10m
£8–14

Preston to Cheadle by train

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Distance: 37.8 mi
Duration: 56 min

What companies run services between Preston, England and Cheadle, Stockport, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Gatley every 2 hours. Tickets cost £15–27 and the journey takes 56 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to George & Dragon via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens in around 2h 8m.

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