The average train between Openshaw and Preston takes 1h 17m and the fastest train takes 52 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Openshaw 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 20 minutes between Openshaw and Preston. The earliest departure is at 12:44 AM at night, and the last departure from Openshaw is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Preston at 12:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 1h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 11m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Openshaw 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 Openshaw to Preston. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly station and arriving at Preston station via Preston station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 17m.
Openshaw to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Openshaw to Preston train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.
The distance between Openshaw and Preston is 47.2 km. The road distance is 57 km.
Northern Trains Limited operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Preston every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £10–19 and the journey takes 56 min. TransPennine Express also services this route hourly.