Day trip from Preston to Manchester by train
How to get from Preston to Manchester by train?
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 32m.
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C0058110:19 AM2h50London Euston (EUS)1:09 PMPreston station (PRE)€421One-way0 transfers
W340919:10 PM2h43London Euston (EUS)11:53 PMPreston station (PRE)€431One-way0 transfers- Y147566:11 AM2h25London Euston (EUS)8:36 AMPreston station (PRE)€501One-way0 transfers
Best day trips from Preston by train
The most popular day trips by train from Preston are Manchester, Liverpool, Blackpool, Lancaster, and Leeds. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Preston on Omio.
Day trip from Preston to Liverpool by train
How to get from Preston to Liverpool by train?
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 51m.
Day trip from Preston to Blackpool by train
How to get from Preston to Blackpool by train?
There are 19 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 23 km distance in 36m.
Day trip from Preston to Lancaster by train
How to get from Preston to Lancaster by train?
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 17m.
Day trip from Preston to Leeds by train
How to get from Preston to Leeds by train?
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 77 km distance in 1h 43m.
Popular trains to and from Preston
Popular trains to Preston
Manchester to Preston train
from €4
Direct trains available
0h36 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
- Transpennine Express
- Northern Rail
Glasgow to Preston train
from €15
Direct trains available
2h15 average duration
7trains per day
Served by
- Lumo
- Avanti West Coast
- Transpennine Express
- Caledonian Sleeper
London to Preston train
from €29
Direct trains available
2h08 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
- Avanti West Coast
- Lumo
- Caledonian Sleeper
Popular trains from Preston
Preston to Manchester train
from €4
Direct trains available
0h32 average duration
8trains per day
Served by
- Transpennine Express
- Northern Rail
Preston to London train
from €23
Direct trains available
2h12 average duration
9trains per day
Served by
- Avanti West Coast
- Lumo
- Caledonian Sleeper
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains to Preston trainsTravel to Preston on Avanti West Coast, Lumo, Caledonian Sleeper, West Midlands Trains trains with Omio. When comparing schedules and tickets, we will also show you other options with multiple connections or other travel modes if they’re available.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Avanti West Coast Duration
2h 8m
Cheapest Avanti West Coast Price
€36
Avanti West Coast frequency
24 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
Lumo
About
Lumo are an open access operator launched in 2021 owned by FirstGroup providing train travel from London to Scotland and the North-East of England. It runs between London and Edinburgh along the East Coast Main Line. Lumo trains offer 100% electric travel along with amenities like comforable seating, free WiFi & their LumoEats at-seat catering in their single Standard Class. Lumo offered two ticket types their advance tickets LumoFixed which are only valid on the date and train booked but are exchangeable prior to departure and their Anytime tickets which can be used on any Lumo train on the date of your ticket.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lumo Duration
2h 38m
Cheapest Lumo Price
€29
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one piece of hold luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and luggage storage areas at the end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type conditions
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled by operator
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cafe bar serving hot and cold drinks, snacks, and light meals. First Class includes complimentary refreshments
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included with all tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces available, accessible toilets, and staff assistance for boarding
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs on leads allowed with fee
Quiet zone
Caledonian Sleeper
About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Caledonian Sleeper Duration
3h 33m
Cheapest Caledonian Sleeper Price
€90
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone
West Midlands Trains
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average West Midlands Trains Duration
3h 7m
West Midlands Trains frequency
1 a day
station information and services
Train stations in Preston
Check where to Preston trains depart and arrive, plus the main train station details for this route.
PrestonFishergate, Preston PR1 8AP, United Kingdom+44 345 748 4950
City-centre transport
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus3, 2, 2A, 111, 111C · 13m · €9 · every ~36 min
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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