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

The cheapest way to get from Stretford to Preston is to line 22 bus and line 125 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 34m.

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

The fastest way to get from Stretford to Preston is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Stretford and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Stretford to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Sevenways and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Stretford and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Stretford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Stretford and arriving at Preston via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.

How far is it from Stretford to Preston?

The distance between Stretford and Preston is 33 miles. The road distance is 32.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Stretford to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £25.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m to get from Stretford to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Stretford to Preston bus from?

Stretford to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Sevenways station.

Where do I catch the Stretford to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Stretford to Preston?

The best way to get from Stretford to Preston is to train which takes 1h 17m and costs £14 - £25. Alternatively, you can line 256 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £17 and takes 2h 23m.

Where does the Stretford to Preston bus arrive?

Stretford to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Charlotte Street station.

Where does the Stretford to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Stretford to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Stretford to Preston is 33 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Stretford to Preston.

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Stretford to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 256 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 17m
£14–25
Line 22 bus, line 125 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 22 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
3h 34m
£7
Line 256 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Sevenways to Charlotte Streetbus 256
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2h 23m
£8–17
Drive 32.6 mi
1. Drive from Stretford to Prestoncar 32.6 mi
35 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Stretford to Prestontaxi 32.6 mi
35 min
£75–95

Stretford to Preston by bus

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3h 34mAverage Duration

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Distance: 33.2 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

What companies run services between Stretford, Trafford, England and Preston, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Deansgate to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 49 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sevenways to Bus Station via Charlotte Street and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 23m.

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