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Here are this week's cheapest tickets from Manchester to Preston (Lancs), along with train details. Our users discover these prices, which are updated daily. Given the frequent price changes, please refer to the latest update.
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Manchester to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester to Preston (Lancs), starting from 7,04 EUR and averaging 2,36 EUR. The entire journey takes no more than 33 minut. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:55 Deansgate | 06:32 Preston (Lancs) |  | Find Tickets |
06:06 Manchester Oxford Road | 06:57 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
06:26 Manchester Oxford Road | 07:00 Preston (Lancs) |  | Find Tickets |
06:39 Deansgate | 07:28 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
07:08 Deansgate | 07:59 Preston (Lancs) | | Find Tickets |
07:25 Manchester Oxford Road | 07:59 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Manchester to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details
First train
00:09
Last train
23:38
Journey time
33 minut
Distance
45 km
Price
7,04 EUR*
How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester to Preston (Lancs)
Traveling in off-peak train times
Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Manchester to Preston (Lancs) can result in significant cost savings.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester to Preston (Lancs) 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 Manchester to Preston (Lancs), 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 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 Manchester to Preston (Lancs) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Travel in a group to save 1/3
If you are traveling 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 traveling from Manchester to Preston (Lancs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.
Manchester to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types
There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:
Off-peak & Super Off-peak train tickets
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
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
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
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 1/3 on train fares.
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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.