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 57m.

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 Percy Street via Piccadilly Gardens and Bolton Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Stockport and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Stockport and arriving at Preston. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 54 min.

How far is it from Stockport to Preston?

The distance between Stockport and Preston is 39 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 54 min and costs £12 - £24.

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

The train from Stockport to Preston takes 54 min including transfers and departs every four hours.

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 Avanti West Coast, 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 54 min and costs £12 - £24. Alternatively, you can line 37 bus and line 125 bus, which costs £7 and takes 3h 57m.

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 Avanti West Coast, 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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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Stockport to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 37 bus

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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 London Euston - Glasgow Central / ...
54 min
£12–24
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 Percy Streetbus 125
3h 57m
£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
£180–220
Train via Manchester Piccadilly
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 16m
£11–23

Stockport to Preston by train

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Distance: 38.8 mi
Duration: 54 min

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Stockport to Preston 5 times a day. Tickets cost £13–21 and the journey takes 54 min. Northern Trains Limited also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Grand Central to Percy Street via Piccadilly Gardens and Bolton Interchange in around 3h 57m.

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