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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Manchester is to rideshare which costs £4 - £6 and takes 57 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Manchester is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bus Station station and arriving at Shudehill Interchange. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Manchester?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Preston and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.

How far is it from Preston to Manchester?

The distance between Preston and Manchester is 31 miles. The road distance is 33.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs £7 - £18.

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

The train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Road takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.

Where do I catch the Preston to Manchester bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Manchester train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Manchester?

The best way to get from Preston to Manchester is to train which takes 51 min and costs £7 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £22 and takes 1h 5m.

Where does the Preston to Manchester bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Manchester train arrive?

Preston to Manchester train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Preston to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Manchester is 33 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Preston to Manchester.

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

Book your Preston to Manchester train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Manchester?

Book your Preston to Manchester bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Manchester?

There are 3433+ hotels available in Manchester.

Can I share a ride from Preston to Manchester?

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

Preston to Manchester - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, and rideshare

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester Oxford RoadBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
51 min
£7–18
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Preston to Manchester32.5 mi
57 min
£4–6
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
1h 5m
£5–22
Line 125 bus, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchange125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardens36 / ...
3h 7m
Drive 33 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Manchester33 mi
42 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Manchester33 mi
42 min
£75–95

Preston to Manchester by train

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Distance: 30.6 mi
Duration: 51 min

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Manchester Oxford Road every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £7–18 and the journey takes 51 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £5–21 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Two other operators also service this route.

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