Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport from $8.15*

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport from $8.15*

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Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as $8.15, with average prices for this route around $19.68.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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  • 19:45
    Preston (Lancs)
    20:42
    Manchester Airport
    57m, Direct
    TransPennine Express
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  • 20:13
    Preston (Lancs)
    21:14
    Manchester Airport
    1h 1m, Direct
    Northern
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  • 20:15
    Preston (Lancs)
    21:36
    Manchester Airport
    1h 21m, Direct
    Northern
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  • 21:12
    Preston (Lancs)
    22:13
    Manchester Airport
    1h 1m, Direct
    Northern
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  • 21:19
    Preston (Lancs)
    22:36
    Manchester Airport
    1h 17m, Direct
    Northern
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  • 21:27
    Preston (Lancs)
    22:25
    Paris
    58m, Direct
    TransPennine Express
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Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport Train Route Details

The Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport train ticket is from $8.15. The average travel time is 51m, covering a distance of approximately 52 mile. There are usually 41 daily trains provided by Northern,TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

First train
First train
08:19
Last train
Last train
22:51
Departure station
Departure station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Journey time
Journey time
51m
Distance
Distance
52 mile
Price
Price
$8.15*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport Train Travel Guide

Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport Train Travel Guide

Arriving in Manchester Airport

With a journey time as short as 51m, you can reach Manchester Airport from Preston (Lancs), with an average of 41 train per day.

Book cheap train tickets from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport

Let's save unnecessary costs when traveling from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport by taking trains. The best way to find cheap train tickets is through Trip.com. We offer various discounted tips that can guide you towards a more affordable journey, such as using Railcards, Season Tickets, or Split Tickets. Explore the options below for more choices.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, you can take advantage of group travel discounts. Many train companies offer GroupSave options that provide a discount of up to 1/3 on off-peak fares. This can make traveling from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting your tickets involves buying separate tickets for different parts of your journey instead of one ticket for the entire trip. This method can often be cheaper and is perfectly legal. For instance, if you're traveling from A to B, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket.

Traveling during off-peak hours

The important thing to note about Off-Peak train tickets is the designated off-peak time. In large cities and towns, the off-peak time for train travel from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport usually starts at 9:30 am from Monday to Friday, while in other areas it starts at 9:00 am. By planning your journey during these off-peak hours, you can take advantage of cheaper and more comfortable train fares, ensuring a smoother travel experience and avoiding the crowded peak hours.

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*Prices are dynamic and subject to change. Ticket prices vary based on time of day, route, and class. Prices shown do not include split ticket and Railcard discounts.