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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Preston is to rideshare which costs £4 - £6 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Preston is to drive which takes 43 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 50 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Deansgate and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 48 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Preston?

The distance between Manchester and Preston is 30 miles. The road distance is 33.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Preston without a car is to train which takes 48 min and costs £11 - £22.

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

The train from Deansgate to Preston takes 48 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Preston bus from?

Manchester to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Preston train from?

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

Train or bus from Manchester to Preston?

The best way to get from Manchester to Preston is to train which takes 48 min and costs £11 - £22. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £3 - £15 and takes 50 min.

Where does the Manchester to Preston bus arrive?

Manchester to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Manchester to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Preston is 33 miles. It takes approximately 43 min to drive from Manchester to Preston.

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

Book your Manchester to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2195+ hotels available in Preston.

Can I share a ride from Manchester to Preston?

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

Manchester to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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

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 Deansgate to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
48 min
£11–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
50 min
£3–15
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Prestonrideshare 32.5 mi
57 min
£4–6
Drive 33.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Prestoncar 33.2 mi
43 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Prestontaxi 33.2 mi
43 min
£75–95

Manchester to Preston by train

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Distance: 30.2 mi
Duration: 48 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Deansgate to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £11–22 and the journey takes 48 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost £6–15 and the journey takes 50 min. FlixBus also services this route twice daily.

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