How to get from Manchester to Preston by bus and train?

From Manchester to Preston by bus and train

To get from Manchester to Preston in North West, take the 41 bus from Printworks station to Oxford Road Station station. Next, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Manchester Oxford Road station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 1 min.

61min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 4141
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Printworks

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Printworks
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 4141
    Wait for bus
    41
    Sale Metrolink Stop
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oxford Road Station
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Oxford Road
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Edinburgh
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    36 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Manchester to Preston by train

To get from Manchester to Preston in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Manchester Victoria station to Bolton station. Next, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Bolton station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is £18.80.

55min£18.80
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Manchester Victoria

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Victoria
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    22 min
  • 6
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Manchester to Preston

The distance between Manchester, North West and Preston, North West is approximately 52.34 km, which can typically be travelled in 61 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Manchester to Preston by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Manchester

Manchester is located at Manchester, North West and the nearest public transport station is Printworks.

Bus stations close to Manchester:

  • Printworks
  • Victoria Rail Station
  • Football Museum

Public transport stations close to Preston, North West

Preston is located at Preston, North West and the nearest public transport station is Christ Church Street.

Train stations close to Preston:

  • Preston

Bus stations close to Preston:

  • Christ Church Street
  • Christ Church St
  • Corporation Street

Related Routes

From Manchester to Preston by train

To get from Manchester to Preston in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Manchester Victoria station to Bolton station. Next, take the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train from Bolton station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is £18.80.

55min£18.80
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Manchester Victoria

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Manchester Victoria
    230 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Bolton
    19 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Edinburgh
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    22 min
  • 6
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Manchester to Preston?

    The fastest way takes 61 minutes, using Bus line 41, Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Manchester to Preston?

    The alternative route takes 55 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS.

  • Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Preston in North West?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 1 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Manchester to Preston in North West?

    The 41 bus line goes from Printworks station near Manchester to Sale Metrolink Stop station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Sale Metrolink Stop station near Preston in North West

  • How long does it take to travel from Manchester to Preston in North West by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Manchester and Preston in North West by bus and train is about 1 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Manchester to get to Preston in North West?

    Get on the 41 bus from the Printworks stop near Manchester in North West.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Manchester and Preston in North West?

    Get off the bus at the Sale Metrolink Stop station, which is closest to Preston in North West.

  • When is the first train from Manchester to Preston in North West?

    The first train from Manchester to Preston in North West is TransPennine Express. It leaves the Manchester Piccadilly station at 05:57.