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- This trip is recommended because it is: CheapestDeparture time: May 3 atDeparture city: PrestonDeparture location: Preston Bus StationArrival time: May 3 atDestination city: ManchesterDestination location: ShudehillOperated by: Flixbus
Vehicle: BusDuration: - This trip is recommended because it is: FastestDeparture time: May 3 atDeparture city: PrestonDeparture location: Preston, LancashireArrival time: May 3 atDestination city: ManchesterDestination location: Coach StationOperated by: National Express
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- Departure time: May 3 atDeparture city: PrestonDeparture location: Preston, LancashireArrival time: May 3 atDestination city: ManchesterDestination location: Coach StationOperated by: National ExpressVehicle: BusDuration:
- Departure time: May 3 atDeparture city: PrestonDeparture location: Preston, LancashireArrival time: May 3 atDestination city: ManchesterDestination location: Coach StationOperated by: National ExpressVehicle: BusDuration:
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| Average Price | Average Duration | CO₂ emissions | |||
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| Average Price$9 - $20 | Average Duration1h 10m | 1kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars | FastestMost eco-friendly | ||
Carpool | Average Price$8 - $8 | Average Duration1h 20m | 2kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars | Cheapest |
Busbud recommends carpooling from Preston to ManchesterAmong the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Manchester. The journey takes about 1 hour 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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The cheapest trip from Preston to Manchester was searched and found on Apr 28, 2025 with a price of $7To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Preston to Manchester, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $7 to $18 for a bus ticket from Preston to Manchester based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-05-03.
Usually National Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Preston and Manchester!
Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Preston to Manchester, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Preston to Manchester.
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Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
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