What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 33 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester is to drive which takes 33 min and costs £5 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Leigh, Greater Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Leigh, Greater Manchester. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Silk Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 1m.

How far is it from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester?

The distance between Preston and Leigh, Greater Manchester is 23 miles. The road distance is 24.3 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester without a car is to line 609 bus which takes 1h 1m and costs £7 - £13.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester?

It takes approximately 1h 1m to get from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester bus from?

Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station.

Where does the Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester bus arrive?

Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Silk Street station.

Can I drive from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester is 24 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester.

Where can I stay near Leigh, Greater Manchester?

There are 3619+ hotels available in Leigh, Greater Manchester.

Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester - 4 ways to travel via line 609 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester by bus, car, or taxi

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Line 609 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Silk Streetbus 609
1h 1m
£7–13
Drive 24.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchestercar 24.1 mi
33 min
£6–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchestertaxi 24.1 mi
33 min
£55–70
Bus, line 582 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Leigh Town Hallbus 582 / ...
2h 29m
£6–12

Preston to Leigh, Greater Manchester by train, bus, and foot

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1h 1mAverage Duration

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Distance: 23.2 mi
Duration: 1h 1m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Leigh, Greater Manchester, England?

Bee Network operates a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Silk Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 43 min.

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