What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Manchester Airport Station?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Manchester Airport Station is to bus which costs £8 - £19 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Manchester Airport Station?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Manchester Airport Station is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £9 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Manchester Airport Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Manchester Airport The Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Manchester Airport Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Manchester Airport. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Preston to Manchester Airport Station?

The distance between Preston and Manchester Airport Station is 42 miles. The road distance is 40.7 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Manchester Airport Station without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Manchester Airport Station without a car is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £8 - £19.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Manchester Airport Station?

The bus from Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Station takes 1h 15m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Preston to Manchester Airport Station bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Manchester Airport Station train from?

Preston to Manchester Airport Station train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Manchester Airport Station?

The best way to get from Preston to Manchester Airport Station is to bus which takes 1h 15m and costs £8 - £19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £14 - £30 and takes 1h 16m.

Where does the Preston to Manchester Airport Station bus arrive?

Preston to Manchester Airport Station bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Airport The Station.

Where does the Preston to Manchester Airport Station train arrive?

Preston to Manchester Airport Station train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Airport station.

Can I drive from Preston to Manchester Airport Station?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Manchester Airport Station is 41 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Preston to Manchester Airport Station.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Manchester Airport Station?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Manchester Airport Station?

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Where can I stay near Manchester Airport Station?

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Preston to Manchester Airport Station - 4 ways to travel via train, bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Preston to Manchester Airport Station by bus, train, car, or taxi

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1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Stationbus 181
1h 15m
£8–19
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Airporttrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 16m
£14–30
Drive 40.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Manchester Airport Stationcar 40.5 mi
42 min
£10–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Manchester Airport Stationtaxi 40.5 mi
42 min
£95–120

Preston to Manchester Airport Station by train

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Distance: 41.8 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Manchester Airport Station, England?

National Express operates a bus from Bus Station to Manchester Airport The Station twice daily. Tickets cost £8–19 and the journey takes 1h 15m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Manchester Airport every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £16–30 and the journey takes 1h 16m. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.

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