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Preston to Handforth Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Preston to Handforth? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as CNY 229.46, with average prices for this route around CNY 229.46.

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
05:25 1h 38m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	07:03 Handforth	Find Tickets
05:51 1h 38m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	07:29 Handforth	Find Tickets
06:47 1h 13m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	08:00 Handforth	Find Tickets
06:49 1h 39m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	08:28 Handforth	Find Tickets
07:48 1h 12m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	09:00 Handforth	Find Tickets
07:49 1h 39m, Changes required Preston (Lancs)	09:28 Paris	Find Tickets

Preston to Handforth Train Route Details

First train

05:25

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

Handforth

Journey time

1h 10m

Distance

56 km

Price

CNY 229.46*

Train operators

Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Handforth

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Preston to Handforth 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

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travelers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit 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 Handforth, 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 usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Preston to Handforth ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

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 Handforth more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Handforth train ticket types

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