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Preston to Handforth Train Route Details

First train
First train
08:15
Last train
Last train
23:49
Departure city
Departure city
Preston
Arrival city
Arrival city
Handforth
Journey time
Journey time
1h 9m
Distance
Distance
35 miles
Price
Price
DKK 211.55*
Train operators
Train operators
Northern, TransPennine Express

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08:15
3h 8m, 3 change
Lancs
11:23
Handforth
Northern
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11:07
1h 11m, 1 change
Lancs
12:18
Handforth
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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11:57
1h 26m, 2 change
Lancs
13:23
Handforth
TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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13:11
1h 13m, 1 change
Lancs
14:24
Handforth
Northern
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13:21
2h 3m, 2 change
Lancs
15:24
Styal
NorthernTransport for Wales
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13:49
1h 54m, 2 change
Lancs
15:43
Paris
TransPennine ExpressAvanti West Coast
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Fares from Preston to Handforth usually average around DKK 211.55, 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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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you make the journey between Preston and Handforth on a weekly, monthly, or yearly basis, a season ticket is well worth considering. It gives you unlimited travel between the two stations at set times for 1 fixed cost, helping you save money while avoiding the hassle of buying separate tickets each time.
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Travel during Off-Peak train times

To enjoy a calmer and often cheaper journey, we recommend choosing Off-Peak services and steering clear of the busy rush-hour periods. While timings differ slightly by operator, it's usually best to avoid traveling between 06:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM on weekdays. On weekends and bank holidays, Off-Peak fares apply all 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 Handforth when booked at least 1 week in advance. Savings exclude Anytime fares, and are subject to route availability.
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