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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Salford Central Station to Preston

Composite routes from Salford Central Station to Preston

Cheapest
3 h 3 min
Car
281 km.
from $15
Fastest
56 min
Plane

Transport providers

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:
$5.70–$8.86

Train operators

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Bus from Manchester, Coach Station to Preston
Ave. Duration:
48 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.99–$27.85

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–$37.97

Northern Rail

Phone:
+44 800 200 6060
Email:
Website:
northernrailway.co.uk/
Train from Deansgate to Preston
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66
Train from Manchester Oxford Road to Preston
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$9.49–$12.66

Bus operators

Bee Network

Phone:
+44 161 244 1000
Website:
traveline.info
Bus from Salford Central Rail Station to Bolton
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
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–$3.80

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The cheapest way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston is to rideshare which costs $4.89 - $7.61 and takes 1h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The fastest way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $10.33 - $16.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Salford Central Station and Preston?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford Central Station station to Preston station. However, there are services departing from Salford Central Rail Station and arriving at Preston Bus Station via Manchester, Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Salford Central Station and Preston?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Deansgate and arriving at Preston. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 49 min.

How far is it from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The distance between Salford Central Station and Preston is 50 km. The road distance is 55.4 km.

How do I travel from Salford Central Station to Preston without a car?

The best way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston without a car is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $8.15 - $10.87 .

How long does it take to get from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The train from Deansgate to Preston takes 49 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Salford Central Station to Preston bus from?

Salford Central Station to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester, Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Salford Central Station to Preston train from?

Salford Central Station to Preston train services, operated by Northern Rail, depart from Deansgate station.

Train or bus from Salford Central Station to Preston?

The best way to get from Salford Central Station to Preston is to train which takes 1h 4m and costs $8.15 - $10.87 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $16.30 - $23.91 and takes 1h 55m.

Where does the Salford Central Station to Preston bus arrive?

Salford Central Station to Preston bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Preston Bus Station.

Where does the Salford Central Station to Preston train arrive?

Salford Central Station to Preston train services, operated by Northern Rail, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Salford Central Station to Preston?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford Central Station to Preston is 55 km. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Salford Central Station to Preston.

How do I get a train ticket from Salford Central Station to Preston?

Book your Salford Central Station to Preston train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Preston?

There are 2035+ hotels available in Preston. Prices start at $36.78 per night.

Can I share a ride from Salford Central Station to Preston?

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