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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Tameside is to drive which costs £10 - £15 and takes 44 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Tameside is to drive which takes 44 min and costs £10 - £15.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Tameside?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Tameside. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 56m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Tameside?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Tameside. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Ashton-Under-Lyne via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Preston to Tameside?

The distance between Preston and Tameside is 37 miles. The road distance is 41.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Tameside without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 28m and costs £7 - £29.

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

It takes approximately 1h 28m to get from Preston to Tameside, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Tameside bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Preston to Tameside train from?

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

Where does the Preston to Tameside bus arrive?

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

Where does the Preston to Tameside train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Preston to Tameside?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Tameside is 41 miles. It takes approximately 44 min to drive from Preston to Tameside.

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

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Where can I stay near Tameside?

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Preston to Tameside - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and line 219 bus

There are 5 ways to get from Preston to Tameside by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Manchester PiccadillyBlackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Ashton-Under-LyneBlue Line / ...
1h 28m
£8–29
Bus, line 219 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk030
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange219
1h 56m
Drive 41.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Tameside41.1 mi
44 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Tameside41.1 mi
44 min
£95–120
Bus, line 36 bus, line 231 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bolton Interchange125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardens36 / ...
3. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Whittaker Street231
4h 10m

Preston to Tameside by train and tram

449Weekly Services

1h 28mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 36.6 mi
Duration: 1h 28m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchange via Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly in around 1h 56m.

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