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Urmston to Preston train route details

First train
06:17

Last train
23:46

Journey time
1h 8m

Distance
27 miles

Price
€18.92*
What are the next train times from Urmston to Preston?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Urmston to Preston happening today, including departure and arrival times, whether it's a direct service, travel duration, and who will be providing your route - everything you need to know for catching the train today
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
06:59 Flixton | 08:09 Preston (Lancs) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:18 Urmston | 08:28 Preston (Lancs) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:19 Urmston | 08:50 Preston (Lancs) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:46 Urmston | 08:57 Preston (Lancs) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
07:57 Flixton | 09:39 Preston (Lancs) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
08:21 Urmston | 09:43 Paris | ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Urmston to Preston

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Travel during Off-Peak train times
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Book in advance
Save up to 61% on your journey from Urmston to Preston by booking Advance tickets at least 1 week ahead. These tickets are typically available up to 12 weeks before travel, with savings subject to route availability and excluding Anytime fares.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Typically available up to 12 weeks before departure, they offer the most economical option for those looking to save on travel

Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route

First Class tickets
First Class tickets offer a more premium travel experience, typically including wider seats, extra space, quieter coaches, and complimentary refreshments on many services for added comfort

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.











