What is the cheapest way to get from Preston to Swinton (Manchester)?

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Swinton (Manchester) is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Preston to Swinton (Manchester)?

The fastest way to get from Preston to Swinton (Manchester) is to drive which takes 31 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Swinton (Manchester)?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Swinton (Manchester). However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Pendlebury Health Centre via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 51m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Swinton (Manchester)?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Swinton (Manchester). However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Swinton (Manchester) via Wigan Wallgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 24m.

How far is it from Preston to Swinton (Manchester)?

The distance between Preston and Swinton (Manchester) is 28 miles. The road distance is 28.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Swinton (Manchester) without a car is to train and line 22 bus which takes 1h 24m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Preston to Swinton (Manchester)?

It takes approximately 1h 24m to get from Preston to Swinton (Manchester), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Swinton (Manchester) bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Swinton (Manchester) train from?

Preston to Swinton (Manchester) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Preston station.

Train or bus from Preston to Swinton (Manchester)?

The best way to get from Preston to Swinton (Manchester) is to train which takes 1h 24m and costs £6 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus and line 8 bus, which costs and takes 1h 51m.

Where does the Preston to Swinton (Manchester) bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Preston and Swinton (Manchester)?

Swinton (Manchester) is 1h ahead of Preston. It is currently 11:45 AM in Preston and 12:45 PM in Swinton (Manchester).

Where does the Preston to Swinton (Manchester) train arrive?

Preston to Swinton (Manchester) train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Wigan North Western station.

Can I drive from Preston to Swinton (Manchester)?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Swinton (Manchester) is 29 miles. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Preston to Swinton (Manchester).

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

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Where can I stay near Swinton (Manchester)?

There are 3570+ hotels available in Swinton (Manchester).

Preston to Swinton (Manchester) - 6 ways to travel via train, and line 22 bus

There are 6 ways to get from Preston to Swinton (Manchester) by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, line 22 bus
best
1. Take the train from Preston to BoltonBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Swinton Station22
1h 24m
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Preston to Wigan North WesternPreston - London Euston / ...
2. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Swinton (Manchester)Wigan Wallgate - Manchester Victoria / ...
1h 24m
£7–81
Drive 28.5 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Swinton (Manchester)28.5 mi
31 min
£8–11
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Swinton (Manchester)28.5 mi
31 min
£65–85
Bus, line 8 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Pendlebury Health Centre8
1h 51m
Line 125 bus, line 22 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchange125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Swinton Station22
2h 32m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 27.8 mi
Duration: 1h 24m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Swinton (Manchester), England?

You can take a train from Preston to Swinton (Manchester) via Wigan North Western and Wigan Wallgate in around 1h 24m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Swinton (Manchester) via Shudehill Interchange and Pendlebury Health Centre in around 1h 51m.

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