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

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Preston is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 52 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Salford to Preston is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Salford Crescent and arriving at Preston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Salford to Preston?

The distance between Salford and Preston is 29 miles. The road distance is 30.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford to Preston without a car is to train which takes 46 min and costs £9 - £18.

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

The train from Salford Crescent to Preston takes 46 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salford to Preston bus from?

Salford to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Salford to Preston?

The best way to get from Salford to Preston is to train which takes 46 min and costs £9 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £9 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Salford to Preston bus arrive?

Salford to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Salford to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Preston is 31 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Salford to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2276+ hotels available in Preston.

Can I share a ride from Salford to Preston?

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

Salford to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and line 8 bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Salford to Preston by train, bus, rideshare, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Salford Crescent to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
46 min
£9–18
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Eccles to Prestonrideshare 29.7 mi
52 min
£3
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
50 min
£5–9
Line 8 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Salford Shopping Centre to Bolton Interchangebus 8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy Streetbus 125
2h 34m
£5
Drive 30.6 mi
1. Drive from Salford to Prestoncar 30.6 mi
35 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Prestontaxi 30.6 mi
35 min
£130–170

Salford to Preston by train

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 46 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Salford Crescent to Preston hourly. Tickets cost £9–18 and the journey takes 46 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost £5–9 and the journey takes 50 min.

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