Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) train with Northern Rail

Thu 17 Sept
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE)

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 17 Sept

Cheapest price on 17 Sept

£2

Average ticket price on 17 Sept

£11

Fastest journey on 17 Sept

38 m

Average journey duration on 17 Sept

40 m

Trains on 17 Sept

17

Distance

41 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salford Crescent (SLD) 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 Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.

Fast trains

On Thu 17 Sept, we found 17 trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE), including 11 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .

The slowest trains will take 42 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 RailP24027 · G89040
    5:510h41
    Salford Crescent (SLD)
    6:32Preston station (PRE)
    £21One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89540
    5:130h38
    Salford Crescent (SLD)
    5:51Preston station (PRE)
    £21One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89542
    6:110h46
    Salford Crescent (SLD)
    6:57Preston station (PRE)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89548
    7:120h47
    Salford Crescent (SLD)
    7:59Preston station (PRE)
    £71One-way
    0 changes
  • Northern RailG89545
    6:430h45
    Salford Crescent (SLD)
    7:28Preston station (PRE)
    £91One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE)

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £6.

Distance: 41 km

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Coach
Driving

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

£6

Average Price

£9

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

41m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 30m

Average total duration

1h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

47m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) is a train with an average price of £6.

This is compared to other travel options from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE):

A train is £0.22 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) costing on average £6.

The fastest way to travel from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) is by train with an average journey time of 41m.

Other travel options to Preston station (PRE) take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Salford Crescent (SLD) and Preston station (PRE) including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 6m faster (41m by train vs 47m by car) and roughly £3 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£6 vs £9). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Direct services run with Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) train times

The table below shows live departures for Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) trains for tomorrow, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG895405:13 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h38
5:51 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24027 · G890405:51 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h41
6:32 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailG895426:11 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h46
6:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG85326+Transpennine ExpressW851646:21 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h39
7:00 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailG895456:43 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h45
7:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895487:12 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h47
7:59 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28621+Transpennine ExpressW851657:16 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h43
7:59 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailG895527:43 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h45
8:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG895568:12 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h45
8:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP28629+Transpennine ExpressW851688:16 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h46
9:02 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailG895608:43 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h43
9:26 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8955818:12 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h45
18:57 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG8956218:44 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h44
19:28 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailP24046 · G8905718:51 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h41
19:32 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailG8956619:12 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h46
19:58 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect
Northern RailG85302+Transpennine ExpressC2437219:22 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h43
20:05 Preston station (PRE)1 change
Northern RailG8957119:43 Salford Crescent (SLD)
0h42
20:25 Preston station (PRE)0 changesdirect

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Northern Rail as well as Transpennine Express or Northern Trains Limited offer trains services from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE).
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  • 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 or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE).
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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 or Northern Trains Limited to find the best option for your trip from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE).
  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE).

Journey information

Overview: Train from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE)

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Trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.

There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:51, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 41 km distance in 41m.

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
41 km
Average train duration
41m
Cheapest ticket price
£2
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
4
Fastest train
41m
First train
4:51
Last train
22:42
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Mon
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, Northern Trains Limited from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Salford Crescent (SLD) and Preston station (PRE) from £2. 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 Northern Rail Duration
41m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£2
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 Transpennine Express Duration
46m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£17
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

Northern Trains Limited

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
35m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£8
Northern Trains Limited frequency
50 a day

FAQs: Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Salford Crescent (SLD) 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 Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £2, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) covers a distance of 41 km and takes approximately 41m. Trains run 7 per day.
The train distance from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) is 41 km.
The first train from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) leaves at 4:51.
The last train from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) departs at 22:42.
Trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) run approximately 7 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE).
Yes, there is a direct train between Salford Crescent (SLD) and Preston station (PRE). The service operates 4 times per day, provided by Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited.
To get from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE), you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE).
The cheapest way to get from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) is by train, costing approximately £2.
Booking trains from Salford Crescent (SLD) 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 Salford Crescent to Preston offers views of urban landscapes transitioning to countryside, including glimpses of the Greater Manchester skyline and stretches of greenery, making it moderately scenic.
Yes, a day trip from Salford Crescent to Preston is feasible. The journey takes 41m, covering a distance of 41 km, with 8 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE).

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Important Stations and Airports in Salford Crescent (SLD) and Preston station (PRE)

Most Salford Crescent (SLD) to Preston station (PRE) trains use the Salford Crescent to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Salford Crescent (SLD) and Preston station (PRE) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Salford
Arrival train stations in Preston
Salford CrescentSalford Crescent station, University Road West, Salford, Greater Manchester, M5 4BRParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Salford Crescent from Salford city centre

Onward travel informationLocated on The Crescent for buses to Piccadilly Gardens, Eccles and Bolton. Maximum distance 300 yards/274m. Busline 0871 200 2233
Location for Rail Replacement ServicesPick Up / Drop Off outside the station near to the roundabout.
MetroGMPTE 0161 228 7811

Salford Crescent train station facilities and services

Salford Crescent has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Salford Crescent.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Salford Crescent.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Salford Crescent: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Salford Crescent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Salford Crescent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A station, The station is accessed from the main road ( A6,THE CRESCENT) and the corner of University Road There is a lift available at the end of the overbridge (facing the steps of which there is 36 down onto the platform). The lift is available from first to last train, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.

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