What is the cheapest way to get from Prestonpans to Manchester?

The cheapest way to get from Prestonpans to Manchester is to drive which costs £50 - £75 and takes 4h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Prestonpans to Manchester?

The fastest way to get from Prestonpans to Manchester is to drive which takes 4h 1m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Prestonpans and Manchester?

No, there is no direct bus from Prestonpans to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Ayres Wynd and arriving at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Princes Street and Glasgow. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Prestonpans and Manchester?

No, there is no direct train from Prestonpans to Manchester. However, there are services departing from Prestonpans and arriving at Manchester Oxford Road via Edinburgh Waverley. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Prestonpans to Manchester?

The distance between Prestonpans and Manchester is 231 miles. The road distance is 210.1 miles.

How do I travel from Prestonpans to Manchester without a car?

The best way to get from Prestonpans to Manchester without a car is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Prestonpans to Manchester?

It takes approximately 4h 25m to get from Prestonpans to Manchester, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Prestonpans to Manchester bus from?

Prestonpans to Manchester bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, depart from Princes Street station.

Where do I catch the Prestonpans to Manchester train from?

Prestonpans to Manchester train services, operated by First TransPennine Express, depart from Edinburgh Waverley station.

Train, bus or fly from Prestonpans to Manchester?

The best way to get from Prestonpans to Manchester is to train which takes 4h 25m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 7h 24m, you could also fly, which costs £45 - £120 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Prestonpans to Manchester bus arrive?

Prestonpans to Manchester bus services, operated by Scottish Citylink, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Prestonpans to Manchester train arrive?

Prestonpans to Manchester train services, operated by First TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Oxford Road station.

Can I drive from Prestonpans to Manchester?

Yes, the driving distance between Prestonpans to Manchester is 210 miles. It takes approximately 4h 1m to drive from Prestonpans to Manchester.

How do I get a train ticket from Prestonpans to Manchester?

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Prestonpans to Manchester - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Prestonpans to Manchester by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 25m
Fly to Manchester Airport
cheapest
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
5h 8m
£46–116
Bus
1. Take the bus from Princes Street to Buchanan Bus Stationbus 900
2. Take the bus from Glasgow to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
7h 24m
Drive 208.9 mi
1. Drive from Prestonpans to Manchestercar 208.9 mi
4h 1m
£51–74
Line 26 bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ayres Wynd to Haymarket Stationbus 26
2. Take the train from Haymarket to Wigan North Westerntrain Edinburgh - London Euston / ...
5h 42m
Fly to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Liverpool (LPL)plane EDI - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 52m
Fly to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 42m

Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

58Weekly Planes

3h 47mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 230.1 mi
Duration: 4h 25m

What companies run services between Prestonpans, Scotland and Manchester, England?

First TransPennine Express operates a train from Edinburgh Waverley to Manchester Oxford Road every 4 hours, and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Ayres Wynd to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange via Princes Street, Buchanan Bus Station, and Glasgow in around 7h 24m.

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