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Preston to Eccles Train Route Details
First train
07:18
Last train
23:49
Journey time
39m
Distance
39 km
Price
TRY 989.93*
What are the next train times from Preston to Eccles?
Discover all upcoming Preston to Eccles services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departure | Arrival | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
07:18 Lancs | 07:59 Manchester |   | Find Tickets |
08:17 Lancs | 08:56 Manchester | | Find Tickets |
09:11 Lancs | 10:05 Manchester | | Find Tickets |
10:11 Lancs | 11:05 Manchester | | Find Tickets |
11:11 Lancs | 12:06 Manchester | | Find Tickets |
12:11 Lancs | 13:06 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Explore the cheapest prices to Eccles from Preston this week
Ticket prices for Preston to Eccles typically cost around TRY 989.93, though we recommend exploring options such as Off-Peak and Advance tickets for even cheaper travel. Browse below to find your perfect price!
*Prices may change due to real-time fluctuations. Please refer to the latest price.
How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Eccles
Split Tickets discount
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Group travel deals
Traveling with a group of 3 to 9 people? Most train companies offer group discounts, allowing you to save up to 1/3 on standard fares. This makes journeys from Preston to Eccles more budget-friendly for families, friends, or colleagues traveling together.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Explore a range of Railcards that typically offer 1/3 off most train tickets, including the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, as well as the 16-17 Saver, which offers 50% off. They’re easy to purchase and store digitally in your Trip.com app, meaning you're only ever a tap away from great savings.
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.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Available up to 12 weeks before the journey, these are generally the most cost-effective option for cost-conscious travelers
Return train tickets
Covers a round trip, including both the outward and return journeys between the same two stations
Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets combine flexibility with value, letting you travel on any 8 days within a 28-day period. It's an ideal choice if you don't commute every day but want discounted fares.
Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
Provides a more affordable and flexible way to travel by steering clear of weekday rush hours
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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.