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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Droylsden is to line 125 bus and line 37 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 32m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Droylsden is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Droylsden?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Droylsden. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester Road via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Droylsden?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Droylsden. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Droylsden via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Preston to Droylsden?

The distance between Preston and Droylsden is 38 miles. The road distance is 37.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Droylsden without a car is to bus and line 216 bus which takes 1h 20m and costs £8 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Preston to Droylsden, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Droylsden bus from?

Preston to Droylsden bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Droylsden train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Droylsden bus arrive?

Preston to Droylsden bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Droylsden train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Droylsden?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Droylsden is 37 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Preston to Droylsden.

Where can I stay near Droylsden?

There are 3655+ hotels available in Droylsden.

Preston to Droylsden - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 216 bus, and tram

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

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Bus, line 216 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Manchester Roadbus 230 / ...
1h 20m
£8–17
Line 125 bus, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37 / ...
3h 32m
£7
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Droylsdentram Blue Line / ...
1h 24m
£13–24
Drive 37.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Droylsdencar 37.2 mi
49 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Droylsdentaxi 37.2 mi
49 min
£160–200

Preston to Droylsden by bus and foot

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1h 20mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 37.4 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Droylsden, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 20m.

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