| Destination | Distance | Est. Time |
|---|---|---|
| From Preston | ||
| Manchester Airport | 40 miles | 45–60 min |
| Liverpool John Lennon Airport | 35 miles | 45–55 min |
| Blackpool | 18 miles | 30–40 min |
| Blackburn | 11 miles | 20–30 min |
| Chorley | 9 miles | 15–25 min |
| Leyland | 6 miles | 10–20 min |
| Bamber Bridge | 4 miles | 10–15 min |
| Penwortham | 2 miles | 5–10 min |
| Fulwood | 3 miles | 10–15 min |
| Lancaster | 22 miles | 30–40 min |
| Manchester City Centre | 32 miles | 40–60 min |
| Liverpool City Centre | 31 miles | 40–55 min |
| Long-Distance from Preston | ||
| Leeds | 55 miles | 1h 10–25 min |
| Birmingham | 115 miles | 2h–2h 20 min |
| London | 210 miles | 3h 45 min–4h 15 min |