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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Preston is to line 83 bus and bus which costs £7 - £17 and takes 2h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Preston is to drive which takes 41 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Preston station. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Bus Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Preston. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Preston via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 39m.

How far is it from Oldham to Preston?

The distance between Oldham and Preston is 38 miles. The road distance is 37.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Preston without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 39m and costs £13 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 39m to get from Oldham to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Preston bus from?

Oldham to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from John Street station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Preston train from?

Oldham to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Oldham King Street station.

Where does the Oldham to Preston bus arrive?

Oldham to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Oldham to Preston train arrive?

Oldham to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Preston is 37 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Oldham to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2188+ hotels available in Preston.

Oldham to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, line 83 bus, bus, and car

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 39m
£14–26
Line 83 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Stationbus 181 / ...
2h 33m
£8–17
Drive 37.1 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Prestoncar 37.1 mi
41 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Prestontaxi 37.1 mi
41 min
£85–110
Line 36 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton Interchangebus 36 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy Streetbus 125
3h 54m
£9–12

Oldham to Preston by tram and train

307Weekly Services

1h 39mAverage Duration

£14Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38 mi
Duration: 1h 39m

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

You can take a bus from John Street to Bus Station via Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 33m.

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