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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Stockport is to drive which costs £10 - £16 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Stockport is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £10 - £16.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Stockport?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Stockport. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Mersey Square via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Stockport?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Stockport. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Stockport via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 6m.

How far is it from Preston to Stockport?

The distance between Preston and Stockport is 37 miles. The road distance is 42 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Stockport without a car is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £8 - £30.

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

It takes approximately 1h 6m to get from Preston to Stockport, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Stockport bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Stockport train from?

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

Train or bus from Preston to Stockport?

The best way to get from Preston to Stockport is to train which takes 1h 6m and costs £8 - £30. Alternatively, you can bus and line 192 bus, which costs and takes 1h 48m.

Where does the Preston to Stockport bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Stockport train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Stockport?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Stockport is 42 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Preston to Stockport.

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

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Where can I stay near Stockport?

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Preston to Stockport - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, line 192 bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Stockport 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 6m
£9–30
Bus, line 192 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly to Mersey Square192
1h 48m
Drive 41.8 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Stockport41.8 mi
44 min
£11–16
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Stockport41.8 mi
44 min
£95–120
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 / ...
4h

Preston to Stockport by train

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Distance: 36.9 mi
Duration: 1h 6m

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

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Preston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £6–19 and the journey takes 55 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Mersey Square via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly in around 1h 48m.

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