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Compare train and coach for Manchester to Prescot
The cheapest option from Manchester to Prescot is train, with an average price of £16. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Prescot among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 38 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest option | £28 Average Price |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest option 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 53m Average total duration 2h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Manchester to Prescot train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Prescot trains for today, Sunday 5 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:28 Manchester | 0h34 | 21:02 Prescot | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:28 Manchester | 0h34 | 23:02 Prescot | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 6:00 Manchester | 0h33 | 6:33 Prescot | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:00 Manchester | 0h33 | 7:33 Prescot | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 Manchester | 0h33 | 8:33 Prescot | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Prescot
Typically, there are 4 trains per day from Manchester to Prescot, including direct trains, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 38 km distance in 1h 6m.
Distance 38 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Lowest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 1h 6m |
First train 5:58 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
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Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Manchester to Prescot trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Manchester and Prescot from £16. 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 to Prescot train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Prescot 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 Prescot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Manchester and Prescot
Most Manchester to Prescot trains use the Manchester Victoria to Prescot station pair, with some services arriving at Eccleston Park. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Prescot train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Prescot leave from?
Getting to Manchester Victoria from Manchester city centre
Manchester Victoria train station facilities and services
Manchester Victoria has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Victoria.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Victoria.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Victoria: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Victoria: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Victoria: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access around the whole station via use of lifts between platforms 3-6, connection with Manchester Metrolink using ramps, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located near the ticket office, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Deansgate from Manchester city centre
Deansgate is 1 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Deansgate train station facilities and services
Deansgate has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Deansgate.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Deansgate.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Deansgate: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Deansgate: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Deansgate: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station From Whitworth Street, up a ramp (43 paces, 1:25 slope) and level access through the entrance into the foyer. Or from the junction of Chester Road, Whitworth Street and Deansgate, level access through the entrance, along the corridor and up 21 steps into the foyer. Then, to Manchester: Past the ticket office, via the lift in the foyer. Or up a ramp (34 paces), up 17 steps onto the platform. To Bolton, Warrington and Wigan : Via the lift in the foyer or along the subway (26 paces), up a ramp (32 paces) and up 18 steps onto the platform. Level access to Manchester platform also via overbridge from Metrolink G-Mex Metrolink stop. Lift available first to last train, currently 06:20 - 23:40 Monday to Saturday. 08:10 - 23:30 Sunday, 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.
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Which Prescot station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Prescot from Prescot city centre
Prescot train station facilities and services
Prescot has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Prescot.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Prescot.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Prescot: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Prescot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Prescot: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, access to all platforms using station lifts, a stepped footbridge is also available, station is fully accessible, 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, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Eccleston Park from Prescot city centre
Eccleston Park is 1 km from Prescot city centre. Public transport options include:
Eccleston Park train station facilities and services
Eccleston Park has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Eccleston Park.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Eccleston Park: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Eccleston Park: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Eccleston Park: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Access to Wigan platform down a 25 metre ramp from Portico Lane. Use road bridge to access platform from ticket office. It should be noted that the road bridge has a very narrow footpath, Accessible public telephones: The highest operating part of the telephone is 1140 mm above floor level, 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.
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