What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Old Trafford?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Old Trafford is to line 125 bus and line 22 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Old Trafford?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Old Trafford is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Warwick Road via Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Old Trafford?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Old Trafford. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Wharfside via Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 8m.

How far is it from Preston to Old Trafford?

The distance between Preston and Old Trafford is 32 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Old Trafford without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Old Trafford without a car is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Old Trafford?

It takes approximately 1h 8m to get from Preston to Old Trafford, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Old Trafford bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Old Trafford train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Old Trafford?

The best way to get from Preston to Old Trafford is to train which takes 1h 8m and costs £13 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus and line 263 bus, which costs £8 - £17 and takes 1h 18m.

Where does the Preston to Old Trafford bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Old Trafford train arrive?

Preston to Old Trafford train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Deansgate station.

Can I drive from Preston to Old Trafford?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Old Trafford is 33 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Preston to Old Trafford.

Where can I stay near Old Trafford?

There are 3613+ hotels available in Old Trafford.

Preston to Old Trafford - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 263 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Old Trafford by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 8m
£13–25
Line 125 bus, line 22 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 22 / ...
3h 31m
£7
Bus, line 263 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to Warwick Roadbus 263
1h 18m
£8–17
Drive 33 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Old Traffordcar 33 mi
40 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Old Traffordtaxi 33 mi
40 min
£75–95

Preston to Old Trafford by bus and foot

875Weekly Services

3h 31mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32.3 mi
Duration: 1h 8m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Old Trafford, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Deansgate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 48 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Old Trafford via Manchester Central Coach Station, Charlotte Street, and Warwick Road in around 1h 18m.

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