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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
51 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £8.
Of the 1 trains that leave Ashton-under-Lyne for Preston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 51 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £13.
Distance: 51 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £13 Average Price |
1h 34m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 11m Average total duration 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 16 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:55 Ashton-under-Lyne | 1h33 | 07:28 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:21, the last at 23:12. The fastest train covers the 51 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 51 km |
Average train duration 1h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 05:21 |
Last train 23:12 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Ashton-under-Lyne and Preston from £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: Ashton-under-Lyne to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ashton-under-Lyne 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Ashton-under-Lyne and Preston
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:55 - 20:05 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, Scooter Friendly Station - Kerb at station front, through the underpass (20 paces), turn right and up a ramp (42 paces, 1:8 slope) to the ticket office. Lift also available from the first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: contact Customer Relations 08002006060
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: A key is available from the Booking Office upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in Station Car Park
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday 06:10 - 19:25 Saturday 07:20 - 13:50 Sunday Closed
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category B station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Scooter Friendly Station - Platform 1 level access vrom the car park, platform 2 level accewss, transfer between platforms using Guide Lane
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Guide Lane for buses to Houghton Green, Bolton or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick up point is in the layby outside the old station building on Guide Lane.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike 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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