Trains from Manchester to Preston (Lancs) from £4.20*

Trains from Manchester to Preston (Lancs) from £4.20*

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Manchester to Preston (Lancs) train prices and times

Looking to travel from Manchester to Preston (Lancs)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £4.20, with average prices for this route around £7.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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    Tue
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    Wed
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    Thu
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    Fri
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    Sat
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    Mon
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  • 04:57
    Manchester Piccadilly
    05:34
    Preston (Lancs)
    37m, Direct
    TransPennine Express
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  • 05:08
    Manchester Oxford Road
    05:50
    Preston (Lancs)
    42m, Direct
    Northern
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  • 05:55
    Deansgate
    06:32
    Preston (Lancs)
    37m, Direct
    Northern
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  • 06:06
    Manchester Oxford Road
    06:58
    Preston (Lancs)
    52m, Direct
    Northern
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  • 06:25
    Manchester Oxford Road
    07:00
    Preston (Lancs)
    35m, Direct
    TransPennine Express
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  • 06:39
    Deansgate
    07:28
    Paris
    49m, Direct
    Northern
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Manchester to Preston (Lancs) train route details

The Manchester to Preston (Lancs) train ticket is £4.20. The average travel time is 33m, covering a distance of approximately 44 miles. There are usually 69 daily trains provided by Northern,TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table.

First train
First train
00:09
Last train
Last train
23:38
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
33m
Distance
Distance
44 miles
Price
Price
£4.20*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

Manchester to Preston (Lancs) train travel guide

Manchester to Preston (Lancs) train travel guide

Arriving in Preston (Lancs)

Trains running from Manchester to Preston (Lancs) will typically take around at least 33m and there are approximately 69 trains running everyday.

Book the cheap train tickets from Manchester to Preston (Lancs)

It doesn’t need to be difficult to find cheap train tickets from Manchester to Preston (Lancs). If you know where to look and how to take advantage of available discounts and travel options, then saving money with Trip.com becomes second nature. Here are some of our top tips to help you save money on your train travel.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offering discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards available to cater to different groups of travellers, such as the 16-25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're travelling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book them, the greater the savings. It's recommended to secure your Advance Tickets as soon as possible, ideally up to 12 weeks in advance. By doing so, you'll not only enjoy substantial discounts but also have peace of mind knowing that you've secured the most affordable option for your journey from Manchester to Preston (Lancs).

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.