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Preston to Hale (Manchester) Train prices and times

Planning a journey from Preston to Hale (Manchester)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as SEK 301.94, with average prices for this route around SEK 301.94. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departure	Arrival	Find Tickets
18:10 1 hour 29 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	19:39 Hale (Manchester)	Find Tickets
18:49 1 hour 50 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	20:39 Hale (Manchester)	Find Tickets
20:10 1 hour 29 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	21:39 Hale (Manchester)	Find Tickets
20:50 1 hour 49 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	22:39 Hale (Manchester)	Find Tickets
21:48 1 hour 55 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	23:43 Hale (Manchester)	Find Tickets
23:49 6 hours 50 minutes, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	06:39 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Preston to Hale (Manchester) Train Route Details

First train

06:11

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

Hale (Manchester)

Journey time

1 hour 26 minutes

Distance

49 km

Price

SEK 301.94*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Hale (Manchester)

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 Hale (Manchester). 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

You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from Preston to Hale (Manchester) for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16–25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more here.

Split tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're traveling from Preston to Hale (Manchester), you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn't require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making traveling from Preston to Hale (Manchester) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Hale (Manchester) train ticket types

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Trains from Preston to Hale (Manchester) from SEK 301.94

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Preston to Hale (Manchester) Train prices and times

Preston to Hale (Manchester) Train Route Details