What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium is to bus which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium?

The fastest way to get from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and City of Manchester Stadium?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to City of Manchester Stadium. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Etihad Stadium via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and City of Manchester Stadium?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Etihad Campus via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium?

The distance between Preston and City of Manchester Stadium is 33 miles. The road distance is 35.2 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium?

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to City of Manchester Stadium bus from?

Preston to City of Manchester Stadium bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to City of Manchester Stadium train from?

Preston to City of Manchester Stadium train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium?

The best way to get from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £11 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £7 - £10 and takes 1h 25m.

Where does the Preston to City of Manchester Stadium bus arrive?

Preston to City of Manchester Stadium bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to City of Manchester Stadium train arrive?

Preston to City of Manchester Stadium train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to City of Manchester Stadium is 35 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium.

Where can I stay near City of Manchester Stadium?

There are 3660+ hotels available in City of Manchester Stadium.

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to City of Manchester Stadium by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 6m
£12–25
Bus, line 36 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 36 / ...
3h 25m
£7–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
1h 25m
£8–10
Drive 35 mi
1. Drive from Preston to City of Manchester Stadiumcar 35 mi
44 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to City of Manchester Stadiumtaxi 35 mi
44 min
£85–110

Preston to City of Manchester Stadium by train, tram, and foot

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Distance: 32.5 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

What companies run services between Preston, England and City of Manchester Stadium, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 55 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £3–6 and the journey takes 1h 5m.

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