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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Prestwich is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 32 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Prestwich is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Prestwich?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Pole Street and arriving at Longfield Centre via Interchange and Bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 44m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Prestwich?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Prestwich via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Preston to Prestwich?

The distance between Preston and Prestwich is 37 miles. The road distance is 29.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Prestwich without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 29m and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Preston to Prestwich, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Prestwich bus from?

Preston to Prestwich bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, depart from Pole Street station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Prestwich train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Prestwich bus arrive?

Preston to Prestwich bus services, operated by Stagecoach Cumbria & North Lancashire, arrive at Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Prestwich train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Prestwich?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Prestwich is 30 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Preston to Prestwich.

Where can I stay near Prestwich?

There are 3604+ hotels available in Prestwich.

Preston to Prestwich - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and line 481 bus

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Prestwichtram Blue Line
1h 29m
£11–23
Drive 29.5 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Preston to Prestwichcar 29.5 mi
32 min
£8–11
Bus, line 481 bus
1. Take the bus from Pole Street to Interchangebus 59
2. Take the bus from Interchange to Bus Stationbus 481
3. Take the bus from Bus station to Longfield Centrebus X43
2h 44m
£9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Prestwichtaxi 29.5 mi
32 min
£130–160
Bus, line 471 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Bury Interchangebus 471 / ...
2h 48m
£8–12

Preston to Prestwich by train and tram

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1h 29mAverage Duration

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Distance: 36.4 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a bus from Pole Street to Longfield Centre via Interchange and Bus station in around 2h 44m.

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