What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Moss Side?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Moss Side is to drive which costs £8 - £13 and takes 42 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Moss Side?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Moss Side is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Moss Side?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Moss Side. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Manchester via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Moss Side?

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 Moss Side?

The distance between Preston and Moss Side is 31 miles. The road distance is 34.4 miles.

How do I travel from Preston to Moss Side without a car?

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

How long does it take to get from Preston to Moss Side?

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 Moss Side bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Moss Side train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Moss Side?

The best way to get from Preston to Moss Side is to train which takes 51 min and costs £7 - £18. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £8 - £26 and takes 1h 32m.

Where does the Preston to Moss Side bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Moss Side train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Moss Side?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Moss Side is 34 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Preston to Moss Side.

How do I get a train ticket from Preston to Moss Side?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Moss Side?

Book your Preston to Moss Side bus tickets online with FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Moss Side?

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Preston to Moss Side - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Moss Side by train, bus, 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
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
1h 32m
£9–25
Drive 34.2 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Moss Side34.2 mi
42 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Moss Side34.2 mi
42 min
£80–100
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 31m

Preston to Moss Side by train

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Distance: 30.6 mi
Duration: 51 min

What companies run services between Preston, England and Moss Side, 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.

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