The average train between Old Trafford and Preston takes 1h 15m and the fastest train takes 48 min. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from Old Trafford to Preston. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 30 minutes between Old Trafford and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Old Trafford is at 11:28 PM which arrives into Preston at 12:38 AM. All services require a transfer at Wharfside and take an average of 1h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 14m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Old Trafford to Preston? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Old Trafford to Preston. However, there are services departing from Deansgate station and arriving at Preston station via Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.
Old Trafford to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Deansgate station.
Old Trafford to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
The distance between Old Trafford and Preston is 43.1 km. The road distance is 53 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Deansgate to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–18 and the journey takes 50 min.