Preston to Manchester by train
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Overview: trains from Preston to Manchester
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Travelling from Preston to Manchester by train
Want to know how to get from Preston to Manchester by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Preston to Manchester take around 32 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 44 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Preston is scheduled to depart at around 00:37. The last departure is usually at around 22:49. This is the same as during the weekend. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 91 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 9 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from CA$8.45.
We think any time is a great time to visit Manchester, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.
For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Manchester.
Is there a direct train from Preston to Manchester?
Yes, there is a direct train from Preston to Manchester.
How long does it take to travel from Preston to Manchester?
The Preston to Manchester train travel takes about 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Preston to Manchester train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Manchester leaving Preston at around 00:37 and the last train leaving at around 22:49. This is the same at the weekend.
Other train journeys from Preston
- From Preston to Crewe From CA$29.25
- From Preston to Liverpool From CA$15.60
- From Preston to Ormskirk From CA$3.90
- From Preston to Wigan From CA$6.50
- From Preston to Glasgow From CA$27.95
- From Preston to Bradford From CA$13.00
- From Preston to Aberdeen From CA$77.35
- From Preston to Blackburn From CA$4.55
- From Preston to Bath From CA$442.00
- From Preston to Bristol From CA$95.55
- From Preston to Birmingham From CA$28.60
- From Preston to Edinburgh From CA$33.15
- From Preston to Stirling From CA$46.15
- From Preston to Lancaster From CA$8.45
- From Preston to Dundee From CA$77.35
Other train journeys to Manchester
- From London to Manchester From CA$60.45
- From Cheltenham to Manchester From CA$37.70
- From Edinburgh to Manchester From CA$25.35
- From Carlisle to Manchester From CA$56.55
- From York to Manchester From CA$25.35
- From Warrington to Manchester From CA$3.90
- From Chester to Manchester From CA$10.40
- From Crewe to Manchester From CA$9.10
- From Norwich to Manchester From CA$61.10
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- From Cardiff to Manchester From CA$44.85
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- From Birmingham to Manchester From CA$18.85
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Other train journeys from Manchester
- From Manchester to Edinburgh From CA$44.85
- From Manchester to York From CA$25.35
- From Manchester to Huddersfield From CA$11.70
- From Manchester to Chester From CA$5.20
- From Manchester to Crewe From CA$5.20
- From Manchester to Blackpool From CA$18.20
- From Manchester to Cardiff From CA$52.65
- From Manchester to Leeds From CA$7.15
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