Preston to Manchester Bus or Train: Find Cheap Tickets

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Preston to Manchester Route Overview

Preston to Manchester bus is a popular way of travelling. For this specific route, two transport types are available: coach and train. We found up to 3 bus departures. The earliest bus departs from Preston at 03:15h, arriving at Manchester at 04:00h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 22:20h, arriving at 23:30h the same day. There are 2 train departures available on this route.
Departure station and country PrestonUnited Kingdom
Arrival station and country ManchesterUnited Kingdom
Travel Distance 35 mi
Average Trip Duration 02h 05min
Total Departures 3
Popular Operators National Express
Lowest Price £10
Transportation Options Coach, Train


Traveling by coach from Preston to Manchester

The shortest travel distance between Preston and Manchester is 35 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 03:15 has a travel time of h. The longest travel time on the route is 01:10h.

Coach companies

National Express is the name of the carrier operating this route. This company has not been rated yet.

Departure and arrival stations

If you're wanting more detailed information about either Preston or Manchester, including general information, station and stop information and other popular routes, you can follow the links below.
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  Preston

You can see information about the departure station and stops Preston here

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  Manchester

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Manchester here


Cheapest ticket prices

Adult ticket: £10 (One-Way) or £20 (Return).

Trip reviews from Preston to Manchester

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Other popular destinations from Manchester

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Other ways of travelling between Preston and Manchester

In case that you feel safer taking other forms of transportation, you can find alternative ways of reaching Manchester below.

Preston to Manchester Bus Summary

Route Overview Key Info
Departure Station Preston
Destination Station Manchester
Daily Departures Over 3 bus departures
Earliest Departures 03:15 AM
Latest Departure 10:20 PM
Travel Distance 35 mi
Travel Time 02:05

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