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Preston to Manchester train prices and times

Looking to travel from Preston to Manchester? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as HK$18.99, with average prices for this route around HK$39.51.

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

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Mon, Sep 1
From HK$29.01
Tue, Sep 2
From HK$37.97
Wed, Sep 3
From HK$37.97
Thu, Sep 4
From HK$37.97
Fri, Sep 5
From HK$18.99
Sat, Sep 6
From HK$18.99
Sun, Sep 7
From HK$37.97

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
14:20 Preston (Lancs)	15:09 Deansgate	49m, Direct	Find Tickets
14:48 Preston (Lancs)	15:22 Manchester Oxford Road	34m, Direct	Find Tickets
14:52 Preston (Lancs)	15:39 Deansgate	47m, Direct	Find Tickets
15:11 Preston (Lancs)	15:51 Deansgate	40m, Direct	Find Tickets
15:20 Preston (Lancs)	16:09 Deansgate	49m, Direct	Find Tickets
15:49 Preston (Lancs)	16:22 Paris	33m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Preston to Manchester train route details

First train

05:25

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

Manchester

Journey time

32m

Distance

28 miles

Price

HK$18.99*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Manchester

Travelling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Preston to Manchester during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Preston to Manchester for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Preston to Manchester, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Preston to Manchester ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Preston to Manchester more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Manchester train ticket types

Save money on your trip from Preston to Manchester with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak train tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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It’s a type of train ticket that allows unlimited travel within two stations for a week, a month, or a year. What’s more, it can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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