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 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 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 45 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 45 min and costs £11 - £21.

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

The train from Salford Crescent to Preston takes 45 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salford to Preston bus from?

Salford to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange 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 45 min and costs £11 - £21. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £7 and takes 1h.

Where does the Salford to Preston bus arrive?

Salford to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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?

Book your Salford to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Salford 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 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

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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 / ...
45 min
£11–21
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
1h
£3–7
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Eccles to Prestonrideshare 29.7 mi
52 min
£3
Line 37 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Tesco Salford to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy Streetbus 125
2h 41m
£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
£70–90

Salford to Preston by train

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45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 28.9 mi
Duration: 45 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 £11–21 and the journey takes 45 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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