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Preston to Eccles Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Preston to Eccles? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £15.90, with average prices for this route around £15.90.

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

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
20:10 55 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	21:05 Eccles (Manchester)	Find Tickets
20:50 1 hour 15 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	22:05 Eccles (Manchester)	Find Tickets
21:32 2 hours 13 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	23:45 Patricroft	Find Tickets
22:50 1 hour 16 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	00:06 +1 Eccles (Manchester)	Find Tickets
23:49 6 hours 16 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	06:05 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Preston to Eccles Train Route Details

First train

06:00

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

Eccles

Journey time

40 minutes

Distance

39 km

Price

£15.90*

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

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travelers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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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Preston to Eccles Train prices and times

Preston to Eccles Train Route Details