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Preston to Eccles train route details
What are the next train times from Preston to Eccles?
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| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
09:25 Preston (Lancs) | 10:33 Eccles (Manchester) |  | Find Tickets |
11:22 Preston (Lancs) | 12:33 Eccles (Manchester) | | Find Tickets |
13:21 Preston (Lancs) | 14:33 Eccles (Manchester) | | Find Tickets |
15:21 Preston (Lancs) | 16:33 Eccles (Manchester) | | Find Tickets |
17:21 Preston (Lancs) | 18:33 Eccles (Manchester) | | Find Tickets |
19:21 Preston (Lancs) | 20:33 Paris | | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Eccles
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If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Preston to Eccles more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travellers
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Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
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