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Preston (Lancs) to Manchester train route details
First train
19:48
Last train
23:34
Journey time
36m
Distance
45 km
Price
AU$ 3.96*
What are the next train times from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester?
Explore all upcoming journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
19:48 Lancs | 20:24 Manchester Oxford Road |  | Find Tickets |
19:49 Lancs | 20:39 Deansgate |  | Find Tickets |
20:11 Lancs | 20:51 Deansgate | | Find Tickets |
20:24 Lancs | 21:09 Deansgate | | Find Tickets |
20:47 Lancs | 21:23 Manchester Oxford Road | | Find Tickets |
20:50 Lancs | 21:39 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Manchester from Preston (Lancs) this week
Ticket prices for Preston (Lancs) to Manchester typically cost around AU$ 3.96, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
*Price changes due to the real-time price fluctuations, please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Travel during Off-Peak train times
To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid travelling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all day.
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.
Season tickets for frequent travellers
If you travel between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester on a weekly, monthly, or annual basis, we'd highly recommend a season ticket, which provides unlimited travel between the 2 stations (during specific times) for a set price. Not only will you receive significant savings, but you'll also remove the stress of purchasing individual tickets.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers
Anytime tickets
With no time restrictions, Anytime tickets allow travel throughout the entire day. They're a great option if you require maximum flexibility or aren't sure exactly when you'll be travelling.
Flexi Season tickets
Designed for part-time commuters, Flexi Season tickets provide 8 travel days within a 28-day window, giving flexibility while still offering meaningful savings compared to buying tickets individually.
Season tickets
Offering unlimited travel between two stations with weekly, monthly, or annual options, these tickets can help you save around a third on train fares
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.