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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE)
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
55 m
Average duration
59 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 12 trains that leave Manchester Airport for Preston station (PRE) every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 4 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.
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Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) 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 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £8.
Distance: 52 km
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1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) trains for today, Monday 9 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C74077 | On time 08:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h58 | 09:02 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L08638 | On time 08:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h09 | 09:26 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L08393 | On time 08:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h04 | 09:33 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L08233 | On time 08:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h09 | 09:57 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C74079 | On time 09:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h56 | 10:00 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| L08227 | On time 09:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h09 | 10:26 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail (3)?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail (3), but also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE).
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Why book with Omio over Trip or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of TransPennine Express, TransPennine Express or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE).
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE).
Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE)
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Trains from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) run on average 9 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:17, the last at 16:45. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 55m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 55m |
First train 06:17 |
Last train 16:45 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) trainsNorthern Rail (3), TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport and Preston station (PRE) 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: Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport to Preston station (PRE) 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 station (PRE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport and Preston station (PRE)
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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