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

The cheapest way to get from Stockport to Preston is to line 37 bus and line 125 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stockport to Preston is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Stockport and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Stockport to Preston. However, there are services departing from Grand Central and arriving at Gardner Street via Piccadilly Gardens and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 49m.

Is there a direct train between Stockport and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stockport and arriving at Preston. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. The journey takes approximately 1h 7m.

How far is it from Stockport to Preston?

The distance between Stockport and Preston is 37 miles. The road distance is 41.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stockport to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £14 - £27.

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

The train from Stockport to Preston takes 1h 7m including transfers and departs four times a week.

Where do I catch the Stockport to Preston bus from?

Stockport to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Stockport to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Stockport to Preston?

The best way to get from Stockport to Preston is to train which takes 1h 7m and costs £14 - £27. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and line 125 bus, which costs £7 and takes 3h 49m.

Where does the Stockport to Preston bus arrive?

Stockport to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Stockport to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stockport to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stockport to Preston is 42 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Stockport to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Stockport to Prestontrain Stockport - Blackpool North
1h 7m
£14–27
Line 37 bus, line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
3h 49m
£7
Drive 41.6 mi
1. Drive from Stockport to Prestoncar 41.6 mi
44 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stockport to Prestontaxi 41.6 mi
44 min
£95–120
Train via Manchester Piccadilly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 16m
£13–27

Stockport to Preston by train

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Distance: 36.9 mi
Duration: 1h 7m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Stockport to Preston 4 times a week. Tickets cost £14–27 and the journey takes 1h 7m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central to Gardner Street via Piccadilly Gardens and Bolton Interchange in around 3h 49m.

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