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Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Piccadilly Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Piccadilly? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £1.80, with average prices for this route around £3.60. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

  • Sat, Sep 6
    From £1.80
  • Sun, Sep 7
    From £3.20
  • Mon, Sep 8
    From £3.60
  • Tue, Sep 9
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    From £2.10
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DepartureArrivalDurationOperator
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14:20
Preston (Lancs)
15:15
Manchester Piccadilly
55m, DirectNorthern
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14:48
Preston (Lancs)
15:26
Manchester Piccadilly
38m, DirectTransPennine Express
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14:52
Preston (Lancs)
15:45
Manchester Piccadilly
53m, DirectNorthern
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15:11
Preston (Lancs)
15:58
Manchester Piccadilly
47m, DirectNorthern
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15:20
Preston (Lancs)
16:15
Manchester Piccadilly
55m, DirectNorthern
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15:49
Preston (Lancs)
16:27
Paris
38m, DirectTransPennine Express
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Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Piccadilly Train Route Details

First train
First train
05:25
Last train
Last train
23:34
Departure station
Departure station
Preston (Lancs)
Arrival station
Arrival station
Manchester Piccadilly
Journey time
Journey time
36m
Distance
Distance
28 miles
Price
Price
£1.80*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Piccadilly

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 Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Piccadilly. 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 (Lancs) to Manchester Piccadilly, 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%

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 traveling 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 traveling from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Piccadilly more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Piccadilly train ticket types

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