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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Manchester Velodrome is to bus which costs £5 - £21 and takes 1h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Manchester Velodrome is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Manchester Velodrome?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Manchester Velodrome. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at City Football Academy via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Manchester Velodrome?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Manchester Velodrome. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Velopark via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Preston to Manchester Velodrome?

The distance between Preston and Manchester Velodrome is 33 miles. The road distance is 35.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Manchester Velodrome without a car is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £7 - £28.

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

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Preston to Manchester Velodrome, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Manchester Velodrome bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Manchester Velodrome train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Manchester Velodrome?

The best way to get from Preston to Manchester Velodrome is to train which takes 1h 15m and costs £7 - £28. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £5 - £21 and takes 1h 30m.

Where does the Preston to Manchester Velodrome bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Manchester Velodrome train arrive?

Preston to Manchester Velodrome train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Preston to Manchester Velodrome?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Manchester Velodrome is 35 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Preston to Manchester Velodrome.

Where can I stay near Manchester Velodrome?

There are 3432+ hotels available in Manchester Velodrome.

Preston to Manchester Velodrome - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Manchester Velodrome by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
1h 15m
£8–28
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
1h 30m
£5–21
Drive 35.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Manchester Velodrome35.1 mi
44 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Manchester Velodrome35.1 mi
44 min
£80–100
Bus, line 36 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchange125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardens36 / ...
3h 31m

Preston to Manchester Velodrome by train, tram, and foot

450Weekly Services

1h 15mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 33.2 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £5–25 and the journey takes 55 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.

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