The cheapest and fastest trains from Hyde to Preston
Cheapest price
£24
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
1 h 16 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
55 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hyde to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hyde to Preston will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Hyde for Preston every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 55 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 16 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.




Live departures
Hyde to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Hyde to Preston trains for tomorrow, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:27 Hyde | 1h32 | 06:59 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:09 Hyde | 1h16 | 19:25 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hyde to Preston
Trains from Hyde to Preston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 55 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 55 km |
Average train duration 1h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 05:23 |
Last train 21:40 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Hyde to Preston trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Hyde and Preston from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hyde to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hyde 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 Hyde and Preston
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - To Manchester : Along a footpath (20 paces) through a 2.9ft wide gate on the left, down a stepped ramp (36 paces, 1:12 slope) onto the platform To Glossop: Through a 3ft wide gate, down a stepped ramp (44 paces, 1:12 slope) and then through a 2.5ft wide gate onto the platform
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: On both sides of Bennett Street for buses to Hyde or Oldham. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop off at bus stops on Bennett St on bridge above station.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - To Manchester : Along a stepped ramp (28 paces, 1:7 slope), then along a second stepped ramp (68 paces, 1:14 slope) onto the platform To Glossop : Through a 3ft wide gate near the railway bridge, along a stepped ramp (86 paces, 1:12 slope) then through a 3ft wide gate onto the platform
- 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
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses will Pick Up / Drop Off towards Hattersley at the bus stop 3808 on Sheffield Rd. Towards Manchester, buses Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stop 3807 on Sheffield Rd.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 13:25 Saturday 06:55 - 14:00 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - Level access from the car park through a covered walkway, turn left and down a ramp (47 paces, 1:14 slope),turn left down ramp with frequent steps (33 paces, 1:7 slope) onto the island platform. Trains for Manchester leave on the right hand side of the platform. Trains for Hadfield leave on the left hand side of the platform.
- 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: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus stops on Hattersley Road West, outside the station entrance.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester : Along a 22 yard/20m underpass and up 44 steps onto the platform. Services towards Rose Hill : From the car park along a ramp (50 paces, 1:10 slope) through a 2.6ft wide gate onto the platform. Access onto trains by means of wheelchair ramp is dependent on the type of train. Contact Travel Assistance Helpline for information.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Station Car Park
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Onward travel information: There are no bus stops at or nearby this station.Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at bus stops on Great Norbury St near railway bridge (Station side for Manchester, opposite side for Marple)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:30 - 13:30 Saturday 07:10 - 14:15 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, The station is reached by a short approach road off Sheffield Road. Services towards Manchester : Along a ramp (33 paces, 1:8 slope) into the booking hall and then up 28 steps onto the platform. Services Towards Hadfield : Along a ramp (53 paces, 1:8 slope) into the booking hall then to the right, along the underpass (23 paces) and up 27 steps onto the platform. There is additional access to the Hadfield platform down a ramp (40 yards) from Danby Road or a footpath from Victoria Street (200 yards) then up one large step and through a gate on to the platform. This gate can also be reached from the approach road, under the railway arch and up 28 steps.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no 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 Commercial Brow for buses to Whitefield, Hyde or Manchester. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at Bus stops on Commercial Brow. (200 yrds from station) (Station side for Hadfield, opposite side for Manchester)
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
- 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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