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Preston to Handforth train prices and times

Planning a journey from Preston to Handforth? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as AU$ 49.76, with average prices for this route around AU$ 49.76. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
08:50 1h 10m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	10:00 Handforth	Find Tickets
08:51 1h 37m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	10:28 Handforth	Find Tickets
09:49 1h 11m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	11:00 Handforth	Find Tickets
09:52 1h 36m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	11:28 Handforth	Find Tickets
10:47 1h 13m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	12:00 Handforth	Find Tickets
10:52 1h 36m, No direct Preston (Lancs)	12:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Preston to Handforth train route details

First train

05:25

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

Handforth

Journey time

1h 10m

Distance

56 km

Price

AU$ 49.76*

Train Operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Handforth

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Preston to Handforth can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Preston to Handforth 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 Preston to Handforth, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Preston to Handforth ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Preston to Handforth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Handforth train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Preston to Handforth train prices and times

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