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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Preston
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
56 m
Average duration
1 h 3 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Preston will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Preston on Mon, Apr 06, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Apr 06 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 56 m .
On Mon, Apr 06 the slowest trains will take 1 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
L082338:48 AM1h09Manchester Airport (MIA)9:57 AMPreston station (PRE)$131One-way0 transfers- L082279:17 AM1h09Manchester Airport (MIA)10:26 AMPreston station (PRE)$131One-way0 transfers
- L083938:29 AM1h04Manchester Airport (MIA)9:33 AMPreston station (PRE)$151One-way0 transfers
- L086388:17 AM1h09Manchester Airport (MIA)9:26 AMPreston station (PRE)$241One-way0 transfers
C740799:04 AM0h56Manchester Airport (MIA)10:00 AMPreston station (PRE)$301One-way0 transfers
- C740799:04 AM0h56Manchester Airport (MIA)10:00 AMPreston station (PRE)$301One-way0 transfers
- C740778:04 AM0h58Manchester Airport (MIA)9:02 AMPreston station (PRE)$301One-way0 transfers
- L083938:29 AM1h04Manchester Airport (MIA)9:33 AMPreston station (PRE)$151One-way0 transfers
- L082338:48 AM1h09Manchester Airport (MIA)9:57 AMPreston station (PRE)$131One-way0 transfers
- L082279:17 AM1h09Manchester Airport (MIA)10:26 AMPreston station (PRE)$131One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Manchester Airport to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $12.
Distance: 32 miles (53 km)
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$13 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price |
1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Manchester Airport to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Preston trains for today, Sunday, April 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C74096 | On time 12:13 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h50 | 1:03 PM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C74101 | On time 1:10 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h53 | 2:03 PM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C74102 | On time 2:10 PM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h54 | 3:04 PM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, April 6 | |||||
| C74077 | 7:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h58 | 8:02 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L08638 | 7:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h09 | 8:26 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L08393 | On time 7:29 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h04 | 8:33 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L08233 | 7:48 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h09 | 8:57 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| C74079 | On time 8:04 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h56 | 9:00 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| L08227 | 8:17 AM Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h09 | 9:26 AM Preston station (PRE) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Preston
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Preston run on average 11 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:02, the last at 19:48. The fastest train covers the 32 miles (53 km) distance in 53m.
Distance 32 miles (53 km) |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 8:02 AM |
Last train 7:48 PM |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Preston trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Preston from $5 (€4). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Preston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester Airport to Preston
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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