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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE)
Cheapest price on 20 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 20 Sept
£20
Fastest journey on 20 Sept
51 m
Average journey duration on 20 Sept
56 m
Trains on 20 Sept
24
Distance
52 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Sun 20 Sept, we found 24 trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE), including 22 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 52 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 51 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 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.
C319008:441h13Manchester Airport (MIA)9:57Preston station (PRE)£121One-way0 changes- C318977:371h16Manchester Airport (MIA)8:53Preston station (PRE)£121One-way0 changes
- G8960320:451h12Manchester Airport (MIA)21:57Preston station (PRE)£151One-way0 changes
- G8961522:451h12Manchester Airport (MIA)23:57Preston station (PRE)£151One-way0 changes
- G8957814:451h12Manchester Airport (MIA)15:57Preston station (PRE)£181One-way0 changes
W8493720:100h51Manchester Airport (MIA)21:01Preston station (PRE)£221One-way0 changes- W8520016:100h53Manchester Airport (MIA)17:03Preston station (PRE)£221One-way0 changes
- C317219:360h59Manchester Airport (MIA)10:35Preston station (PRE)£201One-way0 changes
- W851719:050h59Manchester Airport (MIA)10:04Preston station (PRE)£221One-way0 changes
- W8494220:591h00Manchester Airport (MIA)21:59Preston station (PRE)£221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, while a train costs an average of £13.
Distance: 52 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£13 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 56m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE):
A coach is £0.14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) costing on average £13.
Other travel options to Preston station (PRE) take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 28m.
Tickets start at around £13 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.13. The journey takes 1h 5m versus 56m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) trains for today, Saturday 19 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89602 | 13:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h08 | 14:25 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89051 | On time 13:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h03 | 14:32 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89607 | 13:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h10 | 14:58 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85193 | On time 14:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h55 | 14:59 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89614 | On time 14:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h08 | 15:25 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89067 | On time 14:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h03 | 15:32 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89617 | On time 14:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h10 | 15:58 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85194 | On time 15:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h58 | 16:02 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89541 | On time 15:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h08 | 16:25 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89053 | On time 15:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h03 | 16:32 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89543 | On time 15:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h10 | 16:58 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85202 | On time 16:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h57 | 17:01 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89546 | On time 16:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h11 | 17:28 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89055 | On time 16:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h03 | 17:32 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89550 | 16:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h10 | 17:58 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85204 | On time 17:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h55 | 17:59 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89554 | On time 17:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h11 | 18:28 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89069 | On time 17:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h06 | 18:35 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89558 | On time 17:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h09 | 18:57 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85207 | On time 18:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h58 | 19:02 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89562 | 18:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h11 | 19:28 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89058 | On time 18:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h03 | 19:32 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89566 | 18:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h10 | 19:58 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C24373 | On time 19:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h01 | 20:05 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89571 | On time 19:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h08 | 20:25 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89059 | On time 19:29 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h03 | 20:32 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89575 | On time 19:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h09 | 20:57 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89579 | On time 20:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h11 | 21:28 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89583 | On time 20:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h04 | 21:52 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84943 | On time 21:04 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h02 | 22:06 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89587 | On time 21:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h11 | 22:28 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89591 | On time 21:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h02 | 22:50 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89061 | On time 21:59 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h04 | 23:03 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89595 | 22:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h12 | 23:29 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89600 | 22:48 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h05 | 23:53 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89605 | 23:17 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h09 | 0:26 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 20 September | |||||
| C31897 | 7:37 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h16 | 8:53 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C31900 | 8:44 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h13 | 9:57 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W85171 | 9:05 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h59 | 10:04 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C31721 | 9:36 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 0h59 | 10:35 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C32421 · C31906 | 9:59 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h54 | 11:53 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| C24600+G89066 | 11:14 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h19 | 12:33 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| G89570 | 12:47 Manchester Airport (MIA) | 1h10 | 13:57 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE)
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Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) run on average 13 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:48, the last at 22:17. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 50m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 13 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 3:48 |
Last train 22:17 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester Airport (MIA) 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 (MIA) and Preston station (PRE)
Most Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) trains use the Manchester Airport to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester Airport (MIA) and Preston station (PRE) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
Most popular train connections from Manchester Airport (MIA)
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