What is the cheapest way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston is to bus which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Salford Central Station and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Salford Central Station and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Deansgate and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The distance between Salford Central Station and Preston is 31 miles. The road distance is 32 miles.

How do I travel from Salford Central Station to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £22.

How long does it take to get from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The train from Deansgate to Preston takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Salford Central Station to Preston bus from?

Salford Central Station to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Salford Central Station to Preston train from?

Salford Central Station to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Deansgate station.

Train or bus from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The best way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs £12 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h 15m.

Where does the Salford Central Station to Preston bus arrive?

Salford Central Station to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Salford Central Station to Preston train arrive?

Salford Central Station to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Salford Central Station to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford Central Station to Preston is 32 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Salford Central Station to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Salford Central Station to Preston?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Salford Central Station to Preston?

Book your Salford Central Station to Preston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2368+ hotels available in Preston.

Can I share a ride from Salford Central Station to Preston?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Salford Central Station and Preston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Salford Central Station to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Salford Central Station to Preston by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 4m
£12–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
1h 15m
£3–7
Drive 31.8 mi
1. Drive from Salford Central Station to Prestoncar 31.8 mi
38 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford Central Station to Prestontaxi 31.8 mi
38 min
£75–90
Train via Oxford Road Station
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 11m
£13–24
Line 8 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Salford Central Rail Station to Bolton Interchangebus 8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
2h 52m
£5
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Prestonrideshare 32.5 mi
1h 8m
£4–6

Salford Central Station to Preston by foot and train

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Distance: 31 mi
Duration: 1h 4m

What companies run services between Salford Central Station, England and Preston, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Deansgate to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £3–7 and the journey takes 1h.

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