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Preston to Salford Train prices and times

Looking to travel from Preston to Salford? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as QAR 8.11, with average prices for this route around QAR 16.85.

To get the best deals, we recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Fri, Jun 20
From QAR 20.62
Sat, Jun 21
From QAR 8.11
Sun, Jun 22
From QAR 20.62
Mon, Jun 23
From QAR 20.62
Tue, Jun 24
From QAR 20.62
Wed, Jun 25
From QAR 20.62
Thu, Jun 26
From QAR 20.62

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Departure	Arrival	Duration	Find Tickets
05:25 Preston (Lancs)	06:05 Salford Crescent	40m, Direct	Find Tickets
05:51 Preston (Lancs)	06:33 Salford Crescent	42m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:11 Preston (Lancs)	07:00 Salford Crescent	49m, Changes required	Find Tickets
06:21 Preston (Lancs)	07:05 Salford Crescent	44m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:49 Preston (Lancs)	07:34 Salford Crescent	45m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:57 Preston (Lancs)	07:56 Paris	59m, Changes required	Find Tickets View More Trains

Preston to Salford Train Route Details

First train

05:25

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

Salford

Journey time

40m

Distance

26 miles

Price

QAR 8.11*

Train operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, TransPennine Express

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Salford

Traveling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (6:30 AM–9:30 AM) and evening (4:00 PM–7:00 PM) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Preston to Salford can result in significant cost savings.

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 Salford, 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%

Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Travel in a group to save 1/3

If you are traveling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make traveling from Preston to Salford more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to Salford Train Ticket Types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with their own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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Trains from Preston to Salford from QAR 8.11

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Preston to Salford Train prices and times

Preston to Salford Train Route Details