Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE)

Showing times and prices for 20 Jun

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£15

Fastest journey

53 m

Average duration

54 m

Trains per day

67

Distance

52 km

Cheap tickets

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 £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 67 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MIA) for Preston station (PRE) every day 67 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 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .

The slowest trains will take 55 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.

  • Northern RailG89556
    7:481h09
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    8:57Preston station (PRE)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89581
    10:481h09
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    11:57Preston station (PRE)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89566
    18:481h10
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    19:58Preston station (PRE)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89548
    6:481h11
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    7:59Preston station (PRE)
    £101One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89542
    5:481h09
    Manchester Airport (MIA)
    6:57Preston station (PRE)
    £101One-way
    0 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 train with prices starting from £5. 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 £5, and a coach costs an average of £6.

Distance: 52 km

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£10

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Cheapest

£13

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1h 34m

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1h 4m

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Additional time*

2h 13m

Average total duration

1h 43m

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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, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89060
On time
21:59 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h05
23:04 Preston station (PRE)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8959522:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h12
23:29 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89599
On time
22:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h05
23:53 Preston station (PRE)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8960423:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h07
0:24 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG89610
On time
23:46 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
0:55 Preston station (PRE)
0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895404:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
5:51 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG890405:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
6:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895425:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
6:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW851636:03 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h57
7:00 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895456:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h11
7:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895486:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h11
7:59 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW851667:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h55
7:59 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895527:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h11
8:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG890437:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
8:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895567:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
8:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW851678:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h58
9:02 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895608:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
9:26 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG890638:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h04
9:33 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895648:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
9:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW851699:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h56
10:00 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895699:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
10:26 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG890459:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
10:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895739:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
10:56 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8517610:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h53
10:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8957710:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
11:25 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8904710:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
11:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8958110:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
11:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8518111:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h55
11:59 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8958511:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
12:25 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8906511:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h04
12:33 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8958911:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
12:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8518312:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h53
12:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8959312:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
13:25 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8904912:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h04
13:33 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8959712:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
13:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8519013:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h56
14:00 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8960213:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
14:25 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8905113:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
14:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8960713:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h10
14:58 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8519314:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h55
14:59 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8961414:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
15:25 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8906714:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
15:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8961714:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h10
15:58 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8519415:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h58
16:02 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8954115:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
16:25 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8905315:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
16:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8954315:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h10
16:58 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8520216:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h57
17:01 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8954616:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h11
17:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8905516:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
17:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8955016:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h10
17:58 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8520417:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h55
17:59 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8955417:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h11
18:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8906917:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h06
18:35 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8955817:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
18:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8520718:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
0h58
19:02 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8956218:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h11
19:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8905818:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
19:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8956618:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h10
19:58 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressC2437319:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h01
20:05 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8957119:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h08
20:25 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8905919:29 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h03
20:32 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8957519:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h09
20:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8957920:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h11
21:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8958320:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h04
21:52 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Transpennine ExpressW8494321:04 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h02
22:06 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8958721:17 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h11
22:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8959121:48 Manchester Airport (MIA)
1h02
22:50 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect

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  • 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 (MIA) to Preston station (PRE).
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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 6 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:48, the last at 23:17. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
52 km
Average train duration
1h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
1h 2m
First train
5:48
Last train
23:17
Cheapest Month
Sept
Cheapest Day
Mon
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Sun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Preston station (PRE) from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£5
Northern Rail frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
55m
Cheapest Price
£20
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
53m
Cheapest Price
£27
TransPennine Express frequency
13 a day

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Price
£9
Northern Trains Limited frequency
18 a day

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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) covers a distance of 52 km and takes approximately 1h 2m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) is 52 km.
The first train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) leaves at 5:48.
The last train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) departs at 23:17.
Trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE).
Yes, there is a direct train between Manchester Airport (MIA) and Preston station (PRE). The service operates 6 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE), you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
There is no night train service from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE).
The cheapest way to get from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Manchester Airport to Preston is moderately scenic, passing through urban areas and sections of the English countryside, with views of fields and small towns along the way.
Yes, a day trip from Manchester Airport to Preston is feasible. The journey takes 1h 2m, covers a distance of 52 km, and there are 6 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Manchester Airport (MIA) to Preston station (PRE).

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Important Stations and Airports in Manchester Airport (MIA) and Preston station (PRE)

Manchester
Preston
The major train station for departures in Manchester is Manchester Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Manchester Airport for your trip from Manchester to Preston.
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
13 km
Shopping
Shopping
  • Type of shops available: Passport Photo Booth
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: No
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts. The Ladies toilets are located at the end of Platform 3. The Gents toilets are located at the end of Platform 2. The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located at platform level, behind the lifts, at the end of Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: No
  • Storage location: No cycle storage
  • Storage CCTV: No
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • 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
Public transport options for Manchester Airport
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement bus services depart from stands L & M of the adjacent Bus Station which is situated close to the ticket office.

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