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Preston to Eccles Train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Preston to Eccles, starting from HK$174.40 and averaging HK$174.40. The entire journey takes no more than 39m. If you want to get a greater discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
06:00 1h, 1 change Preston (Lancs)	07:00 Eccles (Manchester)	Find Tickets
06:12 53m, 1 change Preston (Lancs)	07:05 Eccles (Manchester)	Find Tickets
07:19 40m, 1 change Preston (Lancs)	07:59 Eccles (Manchester)	Find Tickets
08:17 39m, 1 change Preston (Lancs)	08:56 Eccles (Manchester)	Find Tickets
09:11 54m, 1 change Preston (Lancs)	10:05 Eccles (Manchester)	Find Tickets
10:11 54m, 1 change Preston (Lancs)	11:05 Paris	Find Tickets

Preston to Eccles Train Route Details

First train

06:00

Last train

23:49

Departure city

Preston

Arrival city

Eccles

Journey time

39m

Distance

25 miles

Price

HK$174.40*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Eccles

Traveling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Preston to Eccles. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays.

Get 1/3 off with a Railcard

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets for greater savings

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Preston to Eccles, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Preston to Eccles ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Preston to Eccles more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Eccles train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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