Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston train from $8 (€7) with Northern Rail

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Cheapest

$13

Average

$16

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

03:29PM1h03

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:32PMPreston station (PRE)

$131One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

03:48PM1h09

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:57PMPreston station (PRE)

$131One-way

0 transfers

Cheapest

03:17PM1h08

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:25PMPreston station (PRE)

$131One-way

0 transfers

03:04PM0h55

Manchester Airport (MIA)

03:59PMPreston station (PRE)

$211One-way

0 transfers

04:17PM1h11

Manchester Airport (MIA)

05:28PMPreston station (PRE)

$211One-way

0 transfers

Train schedule from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston

Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 18

Transpennine Express

C30167

03:04PM0h55

Manchester Airport (MIA)

03:59PMPreston station (PRE)

0 transfers

Northern Rail

G30217

03:17PM1h08

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:25PMPreston station (PRE)

0 transfers

Northern Rail

G30137

03:29PM1h03

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:32PMPreston station (PRE)

0 transfers

Northern Rail

G32010

03:48PM1h09

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:57PMPreston station (PRE)

0 transfers

Transpennine Express

C42824

04:04PM0h56

Manchester Airport (MIA)

05:00PMPreston station (PRE)

0 transfers

Northern Rail

G30219

04:17PM1h11

Manchester Airport (MIA)

05:28PMPreston station (PRE)

0 transfers

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Fastest train times from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston

Showing times and prices for Sep 18

Fastest Journey

55 m

Average

1 h 3 m

Trains per day

Distance

53 km

Of the 6 trains that leave Manchester Airport (MAN) for Preston every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

03:04PM0h55

Manchester Airport (MIA)

03:59PMPreston station (PRE)

$211One-way

0 transfers

04:04PM0h56

Manchester Airport (MIA)

05:00PMPreston station (PRE)

$261One-way

0 transfers

03:29PM1h03

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:32PMPreston station (PRE)

$131One-way

0 transfers

03:17PM1h08

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:25PMPreston station (PRE)

$131One-way

0 transfers

03:48PM1h09

Manchester Airport (MIA)

04:57PMPreston station (PRE)

$131One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston

Distance	33 miles (53 km)
Average train duration	1 h 3 min
Average train ticket price	$15 (€12)
Train frequency	25 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 25 direct trains a day
Train companies	Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express

Trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston cover the 33 miles (53 km) long journey taking on average 1 h 3 min with our travel partners like Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. Normally, there are 25 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as $8 (€7), but the average price of train tickets is $15 (€12).

Train companies: Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston trains

You can travel by train between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Preston with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express and first_transpennine_express for as low as $8 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Northern Rail is a train company based in the United Kingdom operating trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston. It operates a wide range of services, from express trains to local services, and offers a variety of ticket types. Express trains are the fastest services, with journey times of up to two hours. Local services are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Northern Rail also offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, and season tickets. Onboard facilities include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and a range of refreshments. The most popular routes for Northern Rail are between major cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.

Northern Rail (3) from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston train information:

Average Duration: 59 min
Cheapest Price: $8
Northern Rail (3) frequency: 40 a day

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.

TransPennine Express from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston train information:

Average Duration: 53 min
Cheapest Price: $9

FAQs: Trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston

FAQs: Travel by train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston.

Cheap train tickets from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston can start from as little as $8 (€7) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston is $15 (€12); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston train time is 1 h 3 min covering the 33 mile (53 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston leaves at 5: 17 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston leaves at 9: 17 PM.

Yes, it is possible to travel from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston without having to change trains with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. There are 25 direct trains from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.

Take the Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston train with Northern Rail (3), TransPennine Express or first_transpennine_express. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Preston from Manchester Airport (MAN) as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 9: 17 PM.

A day trip to Preston from Manchester Airport (MAN) is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 3 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Preston is November.

You have options as you can travel between Manchester Airport (MAN) and Preston 2 different ways: bus or train.