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Atherton to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Atherton to Preston (Lancs)? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as €16.08, with average prices for this route around €16.08.

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
21:25 55m, Changes required Hag Fold	22:20 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
22:25 36m, Changes required Hag Fold	23:01 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
23:09 1h 2m, Changes required Hag Fold	00:11 +1 Preston (Lancs)	Find Tickets
23:29 6h 22m, Changes required Atherton	05:51 +1 Paris	Find Tickets

Atherton to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details

First train

05:58

Last train

23:29

Departure station

Atherton

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

36m

Distance

30 km

Price

€16.08*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern

How to book cheap train tickets from Atherton to Preston (Lancs)

Traveling in off-peak train times

We recommend buying train tickets from Atherton to Preston (Lancs) 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 for greater savings

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 Atherton to Preston (Lancs), 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 Atherton to Preston (Lancs) 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 planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

Atherton to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

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*Based on Trip.com ticket data from 2023, Split Tickets provided notably lower prices compared to full-price tickets.

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Atherton to Preston (Lancs) Train prices and times

Atherton to Preston (Lancs) Train Route Details