4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Eccles
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£18
Fastest journey
2 h 37 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
40 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Eccles is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Eccles will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston for Eccles every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 40 km distance in an average of 2 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 37 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 37 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
Preston to Eccles train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Eccles trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 04:51 Preston | 1h14 | 06:05 Eccles | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:54 Preston | 1h11 | 06:05 Eccles | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Eccles
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Trains from Preston to Eccles run on average 3 times per day, taking around 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 40 km distance in 1h 11m.
Distance 40 km |
Average train duration 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 11m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Preston to Eccles trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Preston and Eccles from £18. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Eccles train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Eccles 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 Eccles, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Eccles
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
ParkingAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:25 - 12:55 Saturday 07:25 - 13:55 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Manchester platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then down 35 steps onto platform. Liverpool platform: up one step from car park to ticket office then along footbridge and down 35 steps onto platform.
- 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car Park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: There are bus services available at Eccles Interchange, 300 yards or 5 minutes walk away. TFGM Traveline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the entrance to the station car park.
- Metro: Tram stop 300 yards from the station. Metrolink 0161 205 2000
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: Category C Station, Services towards Manchester: From Green Lane access through an underpass (17 paces) and up 38 steps onto the platform. Services Towards Liverpool : From Green Lane, up 40 steps 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
- Onward travel information: On Green Lane for buses to Clifton or Eccles. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops on Green Lane. Towards Manchester, outside station front. Towards Liverpool, outside Queens Arms Pub.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
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