Day trip from Manchester to Preston
Preston lies 44 km (27 mi) north-west of Manchester, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 44 km (27 mi) apart, Preston is a realistic day trip from Manchester: about 43 min each way by road.
| Manchester | Preston | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 568,996 | 313,332 |
| Elevation | 51 m (167 ft) | 34 m (112 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | M1–M99 | BN1–TQ12 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Preston
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Staying in Preston
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Common questions
How far is Preston from Manchester?
44 km (27 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Manchester; by road roughly 54 km (33 mi).
How long does it take to get from Manchester to Preston by road?
About 43 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Manchester and Preston?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.