What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Preston is to bus which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Manchester Victoria to Preston is to train which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester Victoria and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h.

Is there a direct train between Manchester Victoria and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Victoria and arriving at Preston. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 37 min.

How far is it from Manchester Victoria to Preston?

The distance between Manchester Victoria and Preston is 31 miles. The road distance is 32.6 miles.

How do I travel from Manchester Victoria to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Manchester Victoria to Preston without a car is to train which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £9.

How long does it take to get from Manchester Victoria to Preston?

The train from Manchester Victoria to Preston takes 37 min including transfers and departs once a week.

Where do I catch the Manchester Victoria to Preston bus from?

Manchester Victoria to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Manchester Victoria to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester Victoria to Preston?

The best way to get from Manchester Victoria to Preston is to train which takes 37 min and costs £6 - £9. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £2 - £5 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Manchester Victoria to Preston bus arrive?

Manchester Victoria to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Manchester Victoria and Preston?

Preston is 1h behind Manchester Victoria. It is currently 6:09 PM in Manchester Victoria and 5:09 PM in Preston.

Where does the Manchester Victoria to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester Victoria to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester Victoria to Preston is 33 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Manchester Victoria to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Manchester Victoria to Preston?

Book your Manchester Victoria to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester Victoria to Preston?

Book your Manchester Victoria to Preston bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2181+ hotels available in Preston.

Can I share a ride from Manchester Victoria to Preston?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester Victoria and Preston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Manchester Victoria to Preston - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 7 ways to get from Manchester Victoria to Preston by train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Prestontrain Manchester Victoria - Windermere
37 min
£6–9
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
1h 5m
£2–5
Drive 32.4 mi
1. Drive from Manchester Victoria to Prestoncar 32.4 mi
40 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester Victoria to Prestontaxi 32.4 mi
40 min
£75–95
Train via Bolton
1. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Boltontrain Rochdale - Clitheroe / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 6m
£6–12
Line 8 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Victoria Rail Station to Bolton Interchangebus 8
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
2h 59m
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Prestonrideshare 32.5 mi
1h 10m
£4–6

Manchester Victoria to Preston by train

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Distance: 30.5 mi
Duration: 37 min

What companies run services between Manchester Victoria, England and Preston, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Victoria to Preston once a week. Tickets cost £6–9 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £2–5 and the journey takes 1h.

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