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

The cheapest way to get from Keele to Preston is to bus which costs £12 - £30 and takes 3h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Keele to Preston is to drive which takes 1h 9m and costs £16 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Keele and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Keele to Preston station. However, there are services departing from M6 Keele Services Northbound and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 7m.

How far is it from Keele to Preston?

The distance between Keele and Preston is 78 miles. The road distance is 64.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Keele to Preston without a car is to line 25 bus and train via Manchester which takes 2h 33m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 2h 33m to get from Keele to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Keele to Preston bus from?

Keele to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from M6 Keele Services Northbound station.

Where does the Keele to Preston bus arrive?

Keele to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Keele to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Keele to Preston is 64 miles. It takes approximately 1h 9m to drive from Keele to Preston.

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

Book your Keele to Preston bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2167+ hotels available in Preston.

Keele to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, line 25 bus, bus, and car

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Line 25 bus, train via Manchester
best
1. Take the bus from Sneyd Arms PH to Stoke-on-Trent station25
2. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Manchester Piccadilly
3. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston
2h 33m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from M6 Keele Services Northbound to Shudehill InterchangeUk023
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk030
3h 7m
£12–30
Drive 63.9 mi
1. Drive from Keele to Preston63.9 mi
1h 9m
£16–24
Line 25 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sneyd Arms PH to Stoke-on-Trent station25
2. Take the train from Stoke-on-Trent to Crewe
3. Take the train from Crewe to Preston
2h 42m
Line 25 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Sneyd Arms PH to Bus Station25
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Coach Stn424
4h 10m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 77.9 mi
Duration: 2h 33m

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

You can take a bus from M6 Keele Services Northbound to Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange in around 3h 7m.

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