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Preston to Eccles Train Route Details

First train
First train
07:49
Last train
Last train
22:51
Departure city
Departure city
Preston
Arrival city
Arrival city
Eccles
Journey time
Journey time
52m
Distance
Distance
25 miles
Price
Price
PKR 6,249.83*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

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07:49
1h 16m, 1 change
Lancs
09:05
Manchester
Northern
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08:51
1h 14m, 1 change
Lancs
10:05
Manchester
Northern
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09:52
1h 13m, 1 change
Lancs
11:05
Manchester
Northern
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10:52
1h 14m, 1 change
Lancs
12:06
Manchester
Northern
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11:51
1h 15m, 1 change
Lancs
13:06
Manchester
Northern
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12:52
1h 13m, 1 change
Lancs
14:05
Paris
Northern
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Fares from Preston to Eccles usually average around PKR 6,249.83, but you can often save more by choosing options like Off-Peak or Advance tickets. Take a look below to find the best deal for your journey!

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Travel during Off-Peak train times

For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
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Book in advance

Advance tickets, usually released up to 12 weeks before travel, can save you up to 61% on journeys from Preston to Eccles when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
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Group travel deals

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