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 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Preston?

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

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 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 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 49 min and costs £7 - £25.

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

The train from Deansgate to Preston takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Preston bus from?

Manchester to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange 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 49 min and costs £7 - £25. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £21 and takes 1h.

Where does the Manchester to Preston bus arrive?

Manchester to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, 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 42 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, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2138+ 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 PrestonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
49 min
£7–25
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Manchester to Preston32.5 mi
57 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus StationUk030
1h
£5–21
Drive 33.2 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Preston33.2 mi
42 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Preston33.2 mi
42 min
£75–95

Manchester to Preston by train

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49 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 30.2 mi
Duration: 49 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 £7–25 and the journey takes 49 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost £5–18 and the journey takes 1h. Two other operators also service this route.

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