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

The cheapest way to get from Sale to Preston is to rideshare which costs £3 and takes 1h.

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

The fastest way to get from Sale to Preston is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Sale and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Sale to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Sale Metrolink Stop and arriving at Bus Station via Shudehill Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Sale and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from Sale to Preston. However, there are services departing from Sale and arriving at Preston via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Sale to Preston?

The distance between Sale and Preston is 35 miles. The road distance is 34.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sale to Preston without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 21m and costs £5 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Sale to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sale to Preston bus from?

Sale to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Sale Metrolink Stop station.

Where do I catch the Sale to Preston train from?

Sale to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Sale station.

Where does the Sale to Preston bus arrive?

Sale to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Printworks station.

Where does the Sale to Preston train arrive?

Sale to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Can I drive from Sale to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Sale to Preston is 35 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Sale to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2141+ hotels available in Preston.

Can I share a ride from Sale to Preston?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Sale and Preston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Sale to Preston - 6 ways to travel via train, tram, line 41 bus, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Sale to Preston by tram, train, bus, car, taxi, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Sale to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Green Line / ...
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Prestontrain Manchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 21m
£5–21
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Timperley to Prestonrideshare 37.1 mi
1h
£3
Line 41 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Sale Metrolink Stop to Printworksbus 41
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Bus Stationbus Uk030
2h 59m
Drive 34.6 mi
1. Drive from Sale to Prestoncar 34.6 mi
37 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Sale to Prestontaxi 34.6 mi
37 min
£80–100
Line 22 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from The Trafford Centre Bus Station to Bolton Interchangebus 22 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Gardner Streetbus 125
3h 56m

Sale to Preston by tram and train

313Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 34.9 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Sale Metrolink Stop to Bus Station via Printworks and Shudehill Interchange in around 2h 59m.

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