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Preston to Handforth train route details
First train
05:25
Last train
23:49
Journey time
1h 9m
Distance
56 km
Price
NZD 55.46*
What are the next train times from Preston to Handforth?
Discover all upcoming Preston to Handforth services running today, including departure and arrival times, direct or connecting options, journey duration, and the operator running your route — everything you need to catch the train with confidence
| Departs | Arrives | Operator | Find Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
05:25 Preston (Lancs) | 07:03 Handforth |  | Find Tickets |
05:50 Preston (Lancs) | 07:29 Handforth | | Find Tickets |
06:47 Preston (Lancs) | 08:01 Handforth |  | Find Tickets |
06:49 Preston (Lancs) | 08:28 Handforth | | Find Tickets |
07:48 Preston (Lancs) | 09:00 Handforth | | Find Tickets |
07:49 Preston (Lancs) | 09:28 Paris | | Find Tickets |
Where to stay near Handforth
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How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to Handforth
Travel during Off-Peak train times
For a quieter, better-value trip, try to travel during Off-Peak hours rather than the busiest weekday periods. Although exact times can vary between train companies, the general rule is to avoid the 6:30 AM–09:30 AM and 4:00 PM–7:00 PM windows. At weekends and on bank holidays, Off-Peak pricing typically applies throughout the entire day.
Book in advance
Booking Advance tickets at least 1 week before departure can reduce your fare by up to 61% on routes from Preston to Handforth. Advance fares are usually released 12 weeks prior to travel and exclude Anytime fares, with savings depending on route availability.
Group travel deals
If your party consists of 3 to 9 travellers, you can benefit from group travel discounts — often up to a third off regular ticket prices. It's a great way to make trips from Preston to Handforth more affordable for friends, family, or work groups.
Using a Railcard for 1/3 off
Save money on your journeys by choosing from a variety of Railcards, most of which give you 1/3 off standard fares. Options include the 16-25, 26-30, Family & Friends, Two Together, Network and Senior Railcards, plus the 16-17 Saver which offers 50% off. You can buy and store them digitally in your Trip.com app, so big savings are always just a tap away.
Which train ticket types are available for this route?
Advance train tickets
Released up to 12 weeks in advance, these tickets are usually the most budget-friendly choice for savvy travellers
Anytime tickets
Anytime tickets offer complete flexibility, allowing you to travel at any point during the day without restrictions. They're ideal if your plans may change or you need full freedom when travelling.
Return train tickets
Allows travel for both the outbound and return legs of your journey on the same route
Flexi Season tickets
Flexi Season tickets suit travellers who commute a few days a week, offering 8 days of unlimited travel in a 28-day period—which often works out cheaper than buying tickets on an individual daily basis
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