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Nelson to Preston Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Nelson to Preston? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as AU$26.19, with average prices for this route around AU$26.19.

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
07:57 1h 6m, Direct Nelson	09:03 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
08:57 1h 6m, Direct Nelson	10:03 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
09:57 1h 6m, Direct Nelson	11:03 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
10:57 1h 7m, Direct Nelson	12:04 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
11:57 1h 6m, Direct Nelson	13:03 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
12:57 1h 7m, Direct Nelson	14:04 Paris	Find Tickets

Nelson to Preston Train Route Details

First train

06:57

Last train

22:57

Departure station

Nelson

Arrival station

Preston

Journey time

1h 6m

Distance

35 km

Price

AU$26.19*

Train operators

Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Nelson to Preston

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Nelson to Preston during off-peak hours. These times are usually before 06:30, between 09:30 and 16:00, and after 19:00 on weekdays, as well as all day on weekends and bank holidays. Choosing Off-Peak train tickets means benefiting from cheaper fares and less crowded trains, making your journey more enjoyable.

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 Nelson to Preston, 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 Nelson to Preston 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, 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 Nelson to Preston more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for SplitTickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for SplitTickets is 30%.

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Nelson to Preston Train prices and times

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