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Salford Crescent to Preston train prices and times

Looking to travel from Salford Crescent to Preston? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £3.30, with average prices for this route around £3.30.

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

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Fri, Jun 13
From £3.30
Sat, Jun 14
From £4.20
Sun, Jun 15
From £4.20
Mon, Jun 16
From £4.20
Tue, Jun 17
From £4.20
Wed, Jun 18
From £4.20
Thu, Jun 19
From £4.20

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:13 Salford Crescent	05:51 Preston (Lancs)	38m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:51 Salford Crescent	06:32 Preston (Lancs)	41m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:11 Salford Crescent	06:57 Preston (Lancs)	46m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:21 Salford Crescent	07:00 Preston (Lancs)	39m, No direct	Find Tickets
06:43 Salford Crescent	07:28 Preston (Lancs)	45m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:12 Salford Crescent	07:59 Paris	47m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Salford Crescent to Preston train route details

First train

05:13

Last train

23:42

Departure station

Salford Crescent

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

37m

Distance

27 miles

Price

£3.30*

Train Operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Salford Crescent to Preston

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Salford Crescent to Preston can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Salford Crescent to Preston 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%

Another option to consider is splitting your tickets, which can save you around extra 30% on fares. Instead of purchasing a direct ticket from Salford Crescent to Preston, you can split the route into two legs: A to C and C to B. This often turns out to be more affordable than buying a direct ticket, and you won’t even need to leave the train… or often your seat!.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Salford Crescent to Preston ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Salford Crescent to Preston train ticket types

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

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak 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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Typically, the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.
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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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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