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 33 min and costs £7 - £11.

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 Charlotte Street. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 38m.

How far is it from Preston to Eccles?

The distance between Preston and Eccles is 37 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 33 bus which takes 1h 38m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 1h 38m 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 National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where does the Preston to Eccles bus arrive?

Preston to Eccles bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Can I drive from Preston to Eccles?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Eccles is 31 miles. It takes approximately 33 min to drive from Preston to Eccles.

Where can I stay near Eccles?

There are 3743+ 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 33 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 33 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Charlotte Street to Eccles Interchangebus 33
1h 38m
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Preston to Ecclesrideshare 29.7 mi
53 min
£3
Train, line 22 bus
1. Take the train from Preston to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Eccles Interchangebus 22 / ...
1h 44m
Bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Eccles Interchangebus 22 / ...
2h 53m
Drive 30.9 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Ecclescar 30.9 mi
33 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Ecclestaxi 30.9 mi
33 min
£70–90

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Eccles.

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Distance: 37 mi
Duration: 1h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Eccles Interchange via Manchester Central Coach Station and Charlotte Street in around 1h 38m.

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