How to get from Stretford Mall to Preston by bus and train?

From Stretford Mall to Preston by bus and train

To get from Stretford Mall to Preston in North West, take the 255 bus from Stretford Arndale (Stop A) station to Deansgate Station (Stop D) station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Deansgate station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 30 min. The bus and train schedule from Stretford Mall may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Preston on the Moovit app.

90min
Bus - 255255
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Stretford Arndale (Stop A)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Stretford Mall
  • 2
    Bus - 255255
    Wait for bus
    255
    Piccadilly Gardens
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Deansgate Station (Stop D)
    27 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Deansgate
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Windermere
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    38 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Stretford Mall to Preston by light rail and train

To get from Stretford Mall to Preston in North West, take the GREEN LINE light rail from Stretford (Manchester Metrolink) station to Deansgate-Castlefield (Manchester Metrolink) station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Deansgate station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Stretford Mall may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Preston on the Moovit app.

80min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Stretford (Manchester Metrolink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Stretford (Manchester Metrolink)
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
    Wait for light rail
    GREEN LINE
    Bury (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Deansgate-Castlefield (Manchester Metrolink)
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Deansgate
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    48 min
  • 7
    Walk to Preston
    Walk to
    Preston
    220 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Stretford Mall to Preston

The distance between Stretford Mall, North West and Preston, North West is approximately 55.16 km, which can typically be travelled in 90 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Stretford Mall 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 timetable from Stretford Mall to Preston

To check the bus and train timetable from Stretford Mall to Preston using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Stretford Mall) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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From Stretford Mall to Preston by light rail and train

To get from Stretford Mall to Preston in North West, take the GREEN LINE light rail from Stretford (Manchester Metrolink) station to Deansgate-Castlefield (Manchester Metrolink) station. Next, take the NORTHERN train from Deansgate station to Preston station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 20 min. The bus and train schedule from Stretford Mall may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Preston on the Moovit app.

80min
Walk to light rail station
Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
Train - NORTHERN
Walk to Preston
Leaves from Stretford (Manchester Metrolink)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Stretford (Manchester Metrolink)
    510 m • 7 min
  • 2
    Light rail - GREEN LINEGREEN LINE
    Wait for light rail
    GREEN LINE
    Bury (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 3
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Deansgate-Castlefield (Manchester Metrolink)
    12 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Deansgate
    140 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackpool North
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Preston
    48 min
  • 7
    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 Stretford Mall to Preston?

    The fastest way takes 90 minutes, using Bus line 255, Train line NORTHERN.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Stretford Mall to Preston?

    The alternative route takes 80 minutes, using Light Rail line GREEN LINE, Train line NORTHERN.

  • Is there a direct bus between Stretford Mall and Preston?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 30 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Stretford Mall to Preston?

    The 255 bus line goes from Deansgate Station (Stop D) station near Stretford Mall in Stretford to Deansgate station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Deansgate station near Preston in North West.

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

    The total travel time between Stretford Mall in Stretford and Preston in North West by bus and train is about 1 hr 30 min.

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

    Get on the 255 bus from the Deansgate Station (Stop D) stop near Stretford Mall in Stretford.

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

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

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