What is the cheapest way to get from The Lowry to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from The Lowry to Preston is to drive which costs £7 - £12 and takes 38 min.

What is the fastest way to get from The Lowry to Preston?

The fastest way to get from The Lowry to Preston is to drive which takes 38 min and costs £7 - £12.

Is there a direct bus between The Lowry and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from The Lowry to Preston. However, there are services departing from Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop and arriving at Coach Stn via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 16m.

Is there a direct train between The Lowry and Preston?

No, there is no direct train from The Lowry to Preston. However, there are services departing from MediaCityUK and arriving at Preston via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 25m.

How far is it from The Lowry to Preston?

The distance between The Lowry and Preston is 33 miles. The road distance is 32.1 miles.

How do I travel from The Lowry to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from The Lowry to Preston without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 25m and costs £8 - £28.

How long does it take to get from The Lowry to Preston?

It takes approximately 1h 25m to get from The Lowry to Preston, including transfers.

Where do I catch the The Lowry to Preston bus from?

The Lowry to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop station.

Where do I catch the The Lowry to Preston train from?

The Lowry to Preston train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from MediaCityUK station.

Where does the The Lowry to Preston bus arrive?

The Lowry to Preston bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Charlotte Street station.

Where does the The Lowry to Preston train arrive?

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

Can I drive from The Lowry to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between The Lowry to Preston is 32 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from The Lowry to Preston.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2008+ hotels available in Preston.

The Lowry to Preston - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from The Lowry to Preston by tram, train, bus, car, or taxi

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 MediaCityUK to Deansgate-CastlefieldBlue Line
2. Take the train from Deansgate to PrestonManchester Airport - Blackpool North / ...
1h 25m
£8–28
Bus
1. Take the bus from Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop to Charlotte StreetX50
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Coach Stn181 / ...
2h 16m
Drive 31.9 mi
1. Drive from The Lowry to Preston31.9 mi
38 min
£8–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from The Lowry to Preston31.9 mi
38 min
£75–90
Line 8 bus, line 125 bus
1. Take the bus from Salford Shopping Centre to Bolton Interchange8 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy Street125
2h 49m

The Lowry to Preston by foot, tram, and train

315Weekly Services

1h 25mAverage Duration

£8Cheapest Price

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Distance: 32.7 mi
Duration: 1h 25m

What companies run services between The Lowry, England and Preston, England?

You can take a vehicle from The Lowry to Coach Stn via Imperial War Museum Metrolink Stop, Charlotte Street, and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 16m.

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