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Manchester Piccadilly to Preston Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston, starting from 418 JPY and averaging 744 JPY. The entire journey takes no more than 35 minut. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

  • tir., 2. sep.
    From 517 JPY
  • ons., 3. sep.
    From 666 JPY
  • tor., 4. sep.
    From 546 JPY
  • fre., 5. sep.
    From 715 JPY
  • lør., 6. sep.
    From 715 JPY
  • søn., 7. sep.
    From 417 JPY
  • man., 8. sep.
    From 715 JPY
DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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21:19
Manchester Piccadilly
22:06
Preston (Lancs)
47 minut, DirectTransPennine Express
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21:33
Manchester Piccadilly
22:28
Preston (Lancs)
55 minut, DirectNorthern
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22:02
Manchester Piccadilly
22:50
Preston (Lancs)
48 minut, DirectNorthern
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22:17
Manchester Piccadilly
23:06
Preston (Lancs)
49 minut, DirectNorthern
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22:35
Manchester Piccadilly
23:29
Preston (Lancs)
54 minut, DirectNorthern
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23:02
Manchester Piccadilly
23:53
Paris
51 minut, DirectNorthern
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Manchester Piccadilly to Preston Train Route Details

First train
First train
00:09
Last train
Last train
23:32
Departure station
Departure station
Manchester Piccadilly
Arrival station
Arrival station
Preston
Journey time
Journey time
35 minut
Distance
Distance
45 km
Price
Price
418 JPY*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.
Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Manchester Piccadilly 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%

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!
Travel in a group to save 1/3

Travel in a group 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.

Manchester Piccadilly to Preston 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:

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