What is the cheapest way to get from Salford Quays to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Salford Quays to Preston is to line 8 bus and line 125 bus which costs £7 and takes 2h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford Quays to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Salford Quays to Preston is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Salford Quays and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford Quays to Preston station. However, there are services departing from The Lowry and arriving at Bus Station via Salford Shopping Centre and Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Salford Quays and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Salford Quays to Preston. However, there are services departing from Harbour City and arriving at Preston via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 20m.

How far is it from Salford Quays to Preston?

The distance between Salford Quays and Preston is 32 miles. The road distance is 32.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford Quays to Preston without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 20m and costs £13 - £25.

How long does it take to get from Salford Quays to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 20m to get from Salford Quays to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salford Quays to Preston bus from?

Salford Quays to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Salford Shopping Centre station.

Where do I catch the Salford Quays to Preston train from?

Salford Quays to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Harbour City station.

Where does the Salford Quays to Preston bus arrive?

Salford Quays to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Salford Quays to Preston train arrive?

Salford Quays to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Can I drive from Salford Quays to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford Quays to Preston is 32 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Salford Quays to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

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Salford Quays to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 10 bus

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Harbour City to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Blue Line
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 20m
£14–24
Line 8 bus, line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salford Shopping Centre to Bolton Interchangebus 8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
2h 53m
£7
Line 10 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Salford Shopping Centre to Shudehill Interchangebus 10 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2h 30m
£8–11
Drive 32 mi
1. Drive from Salford Quays to Prestoncar 32 mi
39 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford Quays to Prestontaxi 32 mi
39 min
£75–90

Salford Quays to Preston by bus

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2h 53mAverage Duration

£7Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32.2 mi
Duration: 1h 20m

What companies run services between Salford Quays, England and Preston, England?

You can take a bus from The Lowry to Bus Station via Salford Shopping Centre and Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 30m.

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