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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Eccles is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Eccles is to drive which takes 32 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Eccles?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Eccles. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Eccles Interchange via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

How far is it from Preston to Eccles?

The distance between Preston and Eccles is 39 miles. The road distance is 31.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Eccles without a car is to bus and line 67 bus which takes 1h 42m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 42m to get from Preston to Eccles, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Eccles bus from?

Preston to Eccles bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Eccles bus arrive?

Preston to Eccles bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Can I drive from Preston to Eccles?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Eccles is 31 miles. It takes approximately 32 min to drive from Preston to Eccles.

Where can I stay near Eccles?

There are 3568+ hotels available in Eccles.

Can I share a ride from Preston to Eccles?

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

Preston to Eccles - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, line 67 bus, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Eccles by bus, rideshare, train, 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.

Bus, line 67 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Eccles Interchange67 / ...
1h 42m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Preston to Eccles29.7 mi
53 min
£3
Train, line 22 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to BoltonBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Eccles Interchange22
1h 45m
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchange125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Eccles Interchange22
2h 56m
Drive 30.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Eccles30.9 mi
32 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Eccles30.9 mi
32 min
£70–90

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 38.5 mi
Duration: 1h 42m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Eccles, Salford, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Eccles Interchange via Shudehill Interchange in around 1h 42m.

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