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7:511h09Preston station (PRE)9:00Manchester Airport£51One-way0 changes- 5:251h06Preston station (PRE)6:31Manchester Airport£71One-way0 changes
- 4:251h06Preston station (PRE)5:31Manchester Airport£71One-way0 changes
- 8:211h15Preston station (PRE)9:36Manchester Airport£91One-way0 changes
- 20:501h11Preston station (PRE)22:01Manchester Airport£101One-way0 changes
- 5:121h03Preston station (PRE)6:15Manchester Airport£121One-way0 changes
- 5:251h06Preston station (PRE)6:31Manchester Airport£71One-way0 changes
- 4:251h06Preston station (PRE)5:31Manchester Airport£71One-way0 changes
- 8:511h09Preston station (PRE)10:00Manchester Airport£111One-way0 changes
- 7:511h09Preston station (PRE)9:00Manchester Airport£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport
The cheapest option from Preston to Manchester Airport is train, with an average price of £9. Omio recommends booking the train, as it is the most popular option from Preston to Manchester Airport among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the is your best option, as it emits only .
Distance: 52 km
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1h 32m Average total duration Fastest option 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 4:25 Preston station (PRE) | 1h06 | 5:31 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:12 Preston station (PRE) | 1h03 | 6:15 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 5:25 Preston station (PRE) | 1h06 | 6:31 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:51 Preston station (PRE) | 1h09 | 9:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:21 Preston station (PRE) | 1h15 | 9:36 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:51 Preston station (PRE) | 1h09 | 10:00 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:21 Preston station (PRE) | 1h15 | 10:36 Manchester Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Northern Rail?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Northern Rail, 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 Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Northern Rail with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport.
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 Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport
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Typically, there are 9 trains per day from Preston to Manchester Airport, including 8 direct trains, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 23:34. The fastest train covers the 52 km distance in 1h 3m.
Distance 52 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Lowest ticket price £4 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 3m |
First train 4:25 |
Last train 23:34 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston station (PRE) and Manchester Airport 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: Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport 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 Manchester Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Preston station (PRE) and Manchester Airport
Most Preston station (PRE) to Manchester Airport trains use the Preston to Manchester Airport station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston station (PRE) and Manchester Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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