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Preston to Eccles Train Route Details

First train
09:25

Last train
22:51

Journey time
44 minutter

Distance
39 km

Price
19,10 EUR*
What are the next train times from Preston to Eccles?
Check all Preston to Eccles journeys scheduled for today, complete with key details such as train times, whether the service is direct, total travel time, and the train operator - everything you need to travel today
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
09:25 Preston (Lancs) | 10:33 Eccles (Manchester) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
11:22 Preston (Lancs) | 12:33 Eccles (Manchester) | ![]() | Find Tickets |
13:49 Preston (Lancs) | 14:33 Eccles (Manchester) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:48 Preston (Lancs) | 16:33 Eccles (Manchester) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:48 Preston (Lancs) | 18:33 Eccles (Manchester) | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
19:48 Preston (Lancs) | 20:33 Paris | ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Eccles

Split Tickets discount
It may sound odd, but splitting your journey into smaller segments by purchasing separate, cheaper tickets can often lead to significant savings, all while you remain in the same seat for the entire trip. The best part? Trip.com handles these splits for you, meaning you don't have to do any painstaking planning.

Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Preston to Eccles. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.

Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travelers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Preston to Eccles more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.

Season tickets for frequent travelers
If you make the journey between Preston and Eccles on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?

Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Allow for cheaper and more flexible travel when avoiding weekday rush hour times

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

Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travelers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.










