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 45 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 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 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 17m.

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 17m and costs £9 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 17m 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 Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Tameside train from?

Preston to Tameside train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Tameside bus arrive?

Preston to Tameside bus services, operated by Atlantic Travel GB Ltd, arrive at Shudehill Interchange station.

Where does the Preston to Tameside train arrive?

Preston to Tameside train services, operated by TransPennine Express, 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 - 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 Piccadillytrain Preston - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Ashton-under-Lynetram Blue Line
1h 17m
£10–30
Bus, line 219 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly to Ashton-under-Lyne Interchangebus 219
1h 56m
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
£95–120
Train, tram via Deansgate
1. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Ashton-under-Lynetram Blue Line
1h 30m
£10–31

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Preston to Tameside.

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Distance: 36.5 mi
Duration: 1h 17m

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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