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Preston to Handforth train route details

First train

08:51

Last train

23:49

Departure city

Preston

Arrival city

Handforth

Journey time

1h 9m

Distance

35 miles

Price

DKK 211.27*

Train Operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

What are the next train times from Preston to Handforth?

Discover all upcoming Preston to Handforth services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
08:51 1h 37m, 1 change Lancs	10:28 Handforth	Find Tickets
09:51 1h 9m, 1 change Lancs	11:00 Handforth	Find Tickets
09:52 1h 36m, 1 change Lancs	11:28 Handforth	Find Tickets
10:47 1h 13m, 1 change Lancs	12:00 Handforth	Find Tickets
10:52 1h 36m, 1 change Lancs	12:28 Handforth	Find Tickets
11:50 1h 10m, 1 change Lancs	13:00 Paris	Find Tickets

Explore the cheapest prices to Handforth from Preston this week

Typical ticket prices between Preston and Handforth are around DKK 211.27, though selecting Off-Peak or Advance fares can make your trip even more budget-friendly. Explore the options below to secure the price that suits you best!

DKK 211.27

Mon30Mar

DKK 211.27

Tue31Mar

DKK 211.27

Wed1Apr

DKK 211.27

Thu2Apr

DKK 211.27

Fri3Apr

DKK 211.27

Sat4Apr

DKK 211.27

Sun5Apr

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*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.

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Group travel deals

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 Handforth more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.

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Season tickets for frequent travellers

If you make the journey between Preston and Handforth on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.

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