What is the cheapest way to get from Salford to Prescot?

The cheapest way to get from Salford to Prescot is to drive which costs £5 - £9 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford to Prescot?

The fastest way to get from Salford to Prescot is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between Salford and Prescot?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford to Prescot. However, there are services departing from Pendleton Church and arriving at Houghton Street via Leigh Bus Station and Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Salford and Prescot?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Eccles (Manchester) and arriving at Whiston. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 28 min.

How far is it from Salford to Prescot?

The distance between Salford and Prescot is 20 miles. The road distance is 24.6 miles.

How do I travel from Salford to Prescot without a car?

The best way to get from Salford to Prescot without a car is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £12.

How long does it take to get from Salford to Prescot?

The train from Eccles (Manchester) to Whiston takes 28 min including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Salford to Prescot bus from?

Salford to Prescot bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Pendleton Church station.

Where do I catch the Salford to Prescot train from?

Salford to Prescot train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Eccles (Manchester) station.

Train or bus from Salford to Prescot?

The best way to get from Salford to Prescot is to train which takes 28 min and costs £8 - £12. Alternatively, you can bus and line 34 bus and line 89 bus, which costs and takes 2h 21m.

Where does the Salford to Prescot bus arrive?

Salford to Prescot bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Leigh Bus Station.

Where does the Salford to Prescot train arrive?

Salford to Prescot train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Whiston station.

Can I drive from Salford to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford to Prescot is 25 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Salford to Prescot.

How do I get a train ticket from Salford to Prescot?

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Salford to Prescot - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 34 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Salford to Prescot by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Eccles (Manchester) to Whistontrain Manchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
28 min
£8–12
Drive 24.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Salford to Prescotcar 24.4 mi
30 min
£6–9
Bus, line 34 bus, line 89 bus
1. Take the bus from Pendleton Church to Leigh Bus Stationbus V1
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to World of Glassbus 34
3. Take the bus from Chalon Way West to Houghton Streetbus 89
2h 21m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford to Prescottaxi 24.4 mi
30 min
£55–65

Salford to Prescot by train

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Distance: 19.7 mi
Duration: 28 min

What companies run services between Salford, England and Prescot, England?

Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Eccles (Manchester) to Whiston hourly. Tickets cost £8–12 and the journey takes 28 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Pendleton Church to Houghton Street via Leigh Bus Station, World of Glass, and Chalon Way West in around 2h 21m.

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