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

The cheapest way to get from Prestwich to Preston is to bus which costs £4 - £8 and takes 2h 25m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Prestwich and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestwich to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Longfield Centre and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Prestwich and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Prestwich to Preston. However, there are services departing from Prestwich and arriving at Preston via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Prestwich to Preston?

The distance between Prestwich and Preston is 37 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Prestwich to Preston without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 30m and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Prestwich to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Preston bus from?

Prestwich to Preston bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, depart from Longfield Centre station.

Where do I catch the Prestwich to Preston train from?

Prestwich to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Prestwich station.

Where does the Prestwich to Preston bus arrive?

Prestwich to Preston bus services, operated by The Burnley Bus Company, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Prestwich to Preston train arrive?

Prestwich to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Prestwich to Preston?

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

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2288+ hotels available in Preston.

Prestwich to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Prestwich to Piccadillytram Blue Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 30m
£12–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Longfield Centre to Shudehill Interchangebus X43
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2h 25m
£5–8
Drive 29.4 mi
1. Drive from Prestwich to Prestoncar 29.4 mi
32 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Prestwich to Prestontaxi 29.4 mi
32 min
£130–160
Bus via Bolton Interchange
1. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Bus Stationbus 125
2h 44m
£7–10

Prestwich to Preston by tram and train

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1h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 36.4 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

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

You can take a bus from Longfield Centre to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 25m.

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