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Preston to Eccles Train Route Details

First train
First train
15:48
Last train
Last train
23:49
Departure city
Departure city
Preston
Arrival city
Arrival city
Eccles
Journey time
Journey time
39m
Distance
Distance
39 km
Price
Price
15,90 GBP*
Train operators
Train operators
Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

What are the next train times from Preston to Eccles?

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15:48
45 min, 1 change
Lancs
16:33
Manchester
TransPennine ExpressNorthern
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15:48
1 t 29 min, Direct
Lancs
17:17
Eccles Mtlk
TransPennine Express
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16:48
1 t 32 min, Direct
Lancs
18:20
Eccles Mtlk
TransPennine Express
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17:21
1 t 12 min, 1 change
Lancs
18:33
Manchester
Northern
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17:49
1 t 32 min, Direct
Lancs
19:21
Eccles Mtlk
TransPennine Express
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18:11
1 t 38 min, 1 change
Lancs
19:49
Paris
Northern
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Ticket prices for Preston to Eccles typically cost around 15,90 GBP, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!

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Season tickets for frequent travelers

If you make the journey between Preston and Eccles 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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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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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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