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

The cheapest way to get from Urmston to Preston is to line 22 bus and line 125 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Urmston to Preston is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Urmston and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Urmston station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Urmston Station and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Urmston and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Urmston to Preston. However, there are services departing from Urmston and arriving at Preston via Manchester Oxford Road. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Urmston to Preston?

The distance between Urmston and Preston is 36 miles. The road distance is 31.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Urmston to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Urmston to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Urmston to Preston bus from?

Urmston to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Urmston Station.

Where do I catch the Urmston to Preston train from?

Urmston to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.

Train or bus from Urmston to Preston?

The best way to get from Urmston to Preston is to train which takes 1h 12m and costs £12 - £26. Alternatively, you can line 255 bus and bus, which costs £7 - £17 and takes 2h 26m.

Where does the Urmston to Preston bus arrive?

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

Where does the Urmston to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Urmston to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Urmston to Preston is 32 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Urmston to Preston.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Preston?

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Urmston to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 255 bus, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Oxford Road to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 12m
£13–26
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 27m
£7
Line 255 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Urmston Station to Charlotte Streetbus 255
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2h 26m
£8–17
Drive 31.6 mi
1. Drive from Urmston to Prestoncar 31.6 mi
34 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Urmston to Prestontaxi 31.6 mi
34 min
£75–90

Urmston to Preston by train

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Distance: 35.6 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–22 and the journey takes 51 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Urmston Station to Bus Station via Charlotte Street and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 26m.

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