What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Exchange Quay?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Exchange Quay is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 39 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Exchange Quay?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Exchange Quay is to drive which takes 39 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Exchange Quay?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Exchange Quay. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Hagley Road via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Exchange Quay?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Exchange Quay. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Exchange Quay via Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 58 min.

How far is it from Preston to Exchange Quay?

The distance between Preston and Exchange Quay is 32 miles. The road distance is 32.6 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Exchange Quay without a car?

The best way to get from Preston to Exchange Quay without a car is to train which takes 58 min and costs £7 - £35.

How long does it take to get from Preston to Exchange Quay?

It takes approximately 58 min to get from Preston to Exchange Quay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Exchange Quay bus from?

Preston to Exchange Quay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Exchange Quay train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Exchange Quay?

The best way to get from Preston to Exchange Quay is to train which takes 58 min and costs £7 - £35. Alternatively, you can bus and line 30 bus, which costs and takes 1h 12m.

Where does the Preston to Exchange Quay bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Exchange Quay train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Exchange Quay?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Exchange Quay is 33 miles. It takes approximately 39 min to drive from Preston to Exchange Quay.

Where can I stay near Exchange Quay?

There are 3533+ hotels available in Exchange Quay.

Preston to Exchange Quay - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 30 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Exchange Quay by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
58 min
£8–30
Bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Hagley Roadbus 30
1h 12m
Drive 32.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Exchange Quaycar 32.5 mi
39 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Exchange Quaytaxi 32.5 mi
39 min
£75–95
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Salford Shopping Centrebus 8 / ...
2h 53m

Preston to Exchange Quay by train and tram

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58 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 31.7 mi
Duration: 58 min

What companies run services between Preston, England and Exchange Quay, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Deansgate every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–28 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Hagley Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 12m.

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