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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Failsworth is to bus and line 83 bus which costs £8 - £17 and takes 1h 12m.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Failsworth?

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

How far is it from Preston to Failsworth?

The distance between Preston and Failsworth is 37 miles. The road distance is 37.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Failsworth without a car is to bus and line 83 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs £8 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Preston to Failsworth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Failsworth bus from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Failsworth?

The best way to get from Preston to Failsworth is to bus and line 83 bus which takes 1h 12m and costs £8 - £17. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £12 - £25 and takes 1h 22m.

Where does the Preston to Failsworth bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Failsworth?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Failsworth is 38 miles. It takes approximately 41 min to drive from Preston to Failsworth.

Where can I stay near Failsworth?

There are 3656+ hotels available in Failsworth.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Failsworth by bus, 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 83 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Ridgefield Streetbus 84 / ...
1h 12m
£8–17
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 22m
£13–24
Drive 37.3 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Failsworthcar 37.3 mi
41 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Failsworthtaxi 37.3 mi
41 min
£85–110
Line 125 bus, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 36 / ...
3h 29m
£10–11

Preston to Failsworth by train, foot, and bus

442Weekly Services

1h 22mAverage Duration

£13Cheapest Price

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Distance: 36.6 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Ridgefield Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 12m. Alternatively, Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £12–23 and the journey takes 55 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.

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