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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Tameside is to line 125 bus and line 37 bus and line 231 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 58m.

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 45 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 Timperley Road via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 42m.

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 32m.

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 32m and costs £11 - £23.

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

It takes approximately 1h 32m 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 National Express, 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.

Train or bus from Preston to Tameside?

The best way to get from Preston to Tameside is to bus and line 231 bus which takes 1h 42m and costs £7 - £11. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £11 - £24 and takes 1h 57m.

Where does the Preston to Tameside bus arrive?

Preston to Tameside bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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 45 min to drive from Preston to Tameside.

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

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Preston to Tameside - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and line 231 bus

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There are 6 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 Piccadillytrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Ashton-under-Lynetram Blue Line / ...
1h 32m
£11–23
Bus, line 231 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Timperley Roadbus 231
1h 42m
£7–10
Drive 41.1 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Tamesidecar 41.1 mi
45 min
£11–15
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Tamesidetaxi 41.1 mi
45 min
£180–220
Train
1. Take the train from Preston to Boltontrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Bolton to Ashton-under-Lynetrain Wigan Wallgate - Stalybridge / ...
1h 57m
£11–23
Line 125 bus, line 37 bus, line 231 bus
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37 / ...
3. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to King's Roadbus 231
3h 58m
£7

Preston to Tameside by train and tram

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Distance: 36.5 mi
Duration: 1h 32m

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

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Timperley Road via Manchester Central Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Preston to Ashton-under-Lyne via Bolton in around 1h 57m.

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