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Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

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65

train journeys
per day

32

miles (52 kms)

54 mins

fastest journey

05:25 / 00:03

first / last train

64

direct trains

2

operators run

2

routes

Trains from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport (MIA)

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On a typical weekday there are 65 scheduled rail journeys between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester Airport , with 64 of them being direct trains. There are also a further 1 possible journeys which require a change.

The distance by rail from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport is approximately 32 miles (52 kilometres). The average train journey takes about 1hrs 12 mins.

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester Airport.

There are 2 possible routes with the shortest and most direct being Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport. The fastest journey time on this route takes 54 mins.

Journeys from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport Today

  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:25
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    06:31
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    05:50
    1 hrs 10 mins Direct
    07:00
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:10
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    07:15
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:20
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    07:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:47
    58 mins Direct
    07:45
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    06:49
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    08:00
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:12
    1 hrs 3 mins Direct
    08:15
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:22
    1 hrs 14 mins Direct
    08:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:48
    56 mins Direct
    08:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    07:49
    1 hrs 11 mins Direct
    09:00
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:10
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    09:15
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:20
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    09:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:50
    54 mins Direct
    09:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    08:51
    1 hrs 9 mins Direct
    10:00
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:09
    1 hrs 6 mins Direct
    10:15
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:20
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    10:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    09:53
    1 hrs 7 mins Direct
    11:00
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:10
    1 hrs 5 mins Direct
    11:15
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:20
    1 hrs 16 mins Direct
    11:36
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport
  • Mon 22nd Apr
    10:47
    57 mins Direct
    11:44
    Preston (Lancs)
    Manchester Airport
    Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport

About Preston (Lancs) Station

Station name Preston (Lancs) (PRE)
Address Preston station, Fishergate, Preston, Lancashire, PR1 8AP
Managed by VT

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Friday 05:45 - 22:00
Saturday 04:45 - 21:00
Sunday 08:00 - 22:00
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Unavailable
ATM Machine Available

About Manchester Airport Station

Station name Manchester Airport (MIA)
Address Manchester Airport station, Malaga Avenue, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M90 3RR
Managed by TP

Ticket Office

Ticket Office Hours Monday to Sunday 06:30 - 22:30
Ticket on Departure Available
From Ticket Machines Yes
From ticket office Yes

Other Facilities

Toilets Available
Baby change Available
Showers Unavailable
Waiting Room Available
WiFi Available
ATM Machine Available

Frequently asked questions about trains between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester Airport

The travel time between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester Airport by train varies depending on the type of train and the route, but the average journey time is 1hrs 12 mins & the fastest journey takes 54 mins.

The departure and arrival times for trains between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester Airport vary depending on the day of the week and the type of train. Generally, there are around 65 departures and arrivals throughout the day. The first departure is 05:25, and the last train of the day leaves at 00:03.

First class tickets on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester Airport typically offer more space, complimentary food and drink, and other amenities compared to standard class.

Amenities on trains between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester Airport can include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, onboard catering, and comfortable seating.

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Yes! There are usually around 64 direct services per day from Preston (Lancs) to Manchester Airport

Northern Rail, First TransPennine Express are the main train operating companies running services between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester Airport.

Yes, you can bring luggage on board trains between Preston (Lancs) and Manchester Airport, but there may be limits on the number of bags or the size and weight of your luggage.