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

From Swinton to Preston by bus and train

To get from Swinton to Preston in North West, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 21 bus from Chester Street station to Swinton Station (Stop A) station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN train and finally take the NORTHERN train from Salford Crescent station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The bus and train schedule from Swinton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Preston on the Moovit app.

81min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 2121
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Chester Street

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Chester Street
    80 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 2121
    Wait for bus
    21
    Agecroft
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Swinton Station (Stop A)
    4 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swinton (Manchester)
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salford Crescent
    6 min
  • 7
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    43 min
  • 9
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Swinton to Preston by train

To get from Swinton to Preston in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Swinton (Manchester) station to Salford Crescent station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Salford Crescent station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is £15.90. The bus and train schedule from Swinton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Preston on the Moovit app.

81min£15.90
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Swinton (Manchester)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swinton (Manchester)
    670 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salford Crescent
    6 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    43 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 Swinton to Preston

The distance between Swinton, North West and Preston, North West is approximately 53.41 km, which can typically be travelled in 81 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Swinton 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.

Bus And Train schedule from Swinton to Preston

To check the bus and train schedule from Swinton to Preston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Swinton) and destination (Preston), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and train schedules.

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From Swinton to Preston by train

To get from Swinton to Preston in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Swinton (Manchester) station to Salford Crescent station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Salford Crescent station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 21 min. The ride fare is £15.90. The bus and train schedule from Swinton may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Preston on the Moovit app.

81min£15.90
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Swinton (Manchester)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Swinton (Manchester)
    670 m • 9 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Salford Crescent
    6 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    43 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 Swinton to Preston?

    The fastest way takes 81 minutes, using Bus line 21, Train line NORTHERN, Train line NORTHERN.

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

    The alternative route takes 81 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Swinton and Preston?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 21 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Swinton to Preston?

    The 21 bus line goes from Chester Street station near Swinton in Swinton to Agecroft station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Agecroft station near Preston in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Swinton to Preston by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Swinton in Swinton and Preston in North West by bus and train is about 1 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Swinton to get to Preston?

    Get on the 21 bus from the Chester Street stop near Swinton in Swinton.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Swinton and Preston?

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

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