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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Altrincham is to drive which costs £9 - £14 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Altrincham is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Altrincham Interchange via Bolton Interchange and The Trafford Centre Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Altrincham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Altrincham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Altrincham via Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 13m.

How far is it from Preston to Altrincham?

The distance between Preston and Altrincham is 38 miles. The road distance is 37.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Altrincham without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 13m and costs £9 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 13m to get from Preston to Altrincham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Altrincham bus from?

Preston to Altrincham bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Altrincham train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Altrincham bus arrive?

Preston to Altrincham bus services, operated by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire, arrive at Bolton Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Altrincham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Altrincham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Altrincham is 38 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Preston to Altrincham.

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

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

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Altrinchamtram Purple Line / ...
1h 13m
£10–31
Train, line 5 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Warrington Bank Quaytrain Preston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the bus from Thynne Street to Altrincham Interchangebus 5
1h 43m
Drive 37.7 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Altrinchamcar 37.7 mi
44 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Altrinchamtaxi 37.7 mi
44 min
£85–110
Bus, line 22 bus, line 247 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to The Trafford Centre Bus Stationbus 22 / ...
3. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Altrincham Interchangebus 247 / ...
4h 13m

Preston to Altrincham by train and tram

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Distance: 37.6 mi
Duration: 1h 13m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Altrincham Interchange via Bolton Interchange and The Trafford Centre Bus Station in around 4h 13m.

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