How to Travel from
Manchester to Preston
by Rideshare or Car
Two ways to Travel from Manchester to Preston
Select an Option Below to Start Your Journey
Cheapest
By car (280 km)
3 h 3 min
280 km.
from $15
Other
Rideshare
3 h 3 min
280 km.
from $10.65
Transport providers
Bus operators
FlixBus
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.86–$12.66
Megabus UK
Email:
Website:
uk.megabus.com
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Preston
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$17.72
Bee Network
Phone:
+44 161 244 1000
Website:
traveline.info
Bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Bolton
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Every 5 minutes
Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire
Phone:
+44 151 330 6200
Email:
Website:
stagecoachbus.com/about/merseyside-and-south-lancashire
Bus from Bolton Interchange to Percy
Ave. Duration:
1h 39m
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.78–$3.92
Other operators
BlaBlaCar
Phone:
+3 318 576 2228
Website:
blablacar.com
Other from Manchester to Preston
Ave. Duration:
57 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.82–$8.86
Train operators
National Express
Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Preston
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.25–$29.11
TransPennine Express Service
Phone:
+44 345 600 1671
Website:
tpexpress.co.uk/
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
35 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$15.19–$39.24
Northern Rail
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$13.92
Questions and Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Manchester to Preston?
The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Preston is to rideshare which costs $5 - $7.61 and takes 57 min.
What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Preston?
The fastest way to get from Manchester to Preston is to drive which takes 40 min and costs $10.87 - $17.39 .
Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Preston?
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and arriving at Preston Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 1h 5m.
Is there a direct train between Manchester and Preston?
Yes, there is a direct train departing from Manchester Oxford Road and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 51 min.
How far is it from Manchester to Preston?
The distance between Manchester and Preston is 49 km. The road distance is 57.9 km.
How do I travel from Manchester to Preston without a car?
The best way to get from Manchester to Preston without a car is to train which takes 51 min and costs $8.15 - $33.70 .
How long does it take to get from Manchester to Preston?
The train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston takes 51 min including transfers and departs every 20 minutes.
Where do I catch the Manchester to Preston bus from?
Manchester to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.
Where do I catch the Manchester to Preston train from?
Manchester to Preston train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Manchester Oxford Road station.
Train, bus or fly from Manchester to Preston?
The best way to get from Manchester to Preston is to train which takes 51 min and costs $8.15 - $33.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $10.87 - $25 and takes 1h 5m. There are no good options to fly between Manchester to Preston.
Where does the Manchester to Preston bus arrive?
Manchester to Preston bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Preston Bus Station.
Where does the Manchester to Preston train arrive?
Manchester to Preston train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Preston station.
Can I drive from Manchester to Preston?
Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Preston is 58 km. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Manchester to Preston.
How do I get a train ticket from Manchester to Preston?
Book your Manchester to Preston train tickets online with Omio.
How do I get a bus ticket from Manchester to Preston?
Book your Manchester to Preston bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.
Where can I stay near Preston?
There are 2006+ hotels available in Preston. Prices start at $38.02 per night.
Can I share a ride from Manchester to Preston?
Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Manchester and Preston. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.
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