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Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans Trains From US$29.36

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Buy cheap train tickets from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans for just US$29.36. Book in advance to secure the most affordable fare, instead of the average ticket price of US$97.98. The train journey from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans typically takes approximately 4h 11m. You can expect a frequency of 33 trains available daily. For further information, please consult our Train Journey Planner and Train Timetable.

Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans Train Prices and Times

To find the cheapest train tickets from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans, it is recommended to book in advance and avoid traveling during peak times. Compare the train prices and times below for the best deals on rail fares.

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  1. 13:19
    Swinton (Manchester)

    5h 7m

    Changes required

    18:26
    Prestonpans
    Train G78252-2I15 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W29977-1N66 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain G67389-1S66 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59021-2Y02 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$95.72
  2. 13:19
    Swinton (Manchester)

    5h 38m

    Changes required

    18:57
    Prestonpans
    Train G78252-2I15 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G62376-1P77 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C28786-1W20 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59095-2Y28 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$28.23
  3. 14:19
    Swinton (Manchester)

    5h 34m

    Changes required

    19:53
    Prestonpans
    Train G78259-2I17 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G62386-1P79 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C29037-1W22 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59030-2Y04 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$28.23
  4. 14:19
    Swinton (Manchester)

    6h 35m

    Changes required

    20:54
    Prestonpans
    Train G78259-2I17 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G25112-1S49 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59050-2Y08 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$87.81
  5. 14:42
    Swinton (Manchester)

    4h 15m

    Changes required

    18:57
    Prestonpans
    Train W32632-2K69 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain C27838-9S70 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59095-2Y28 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$95.72
  6. 15:19
    Swinton (Manchester)

    5h 35m

    Changes required

    20:54
    Prestonpans
    Train G78268-2I19 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G62396-1P81 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C28789-1W24 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59050-2Y08 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$28.23
  7. 16:19
    Swinton (Manchester)

    5h 35m

    Changes required

    21:54
    Prestonpans
    Train G78276-2I21 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G62406-1P83 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C28855-1S26 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59110-2Y36 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

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    From US$28.23
  8. 16:19
    Swinton (Manchester)

    7h 9m

    Changes required

    23:28
    Prestonpans
    Train G78276-2I21 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G25119-1S53 is operated by CrossCountry. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59070-2Y12 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$87.81
  9. 16:42
    Swinton (Manchester)

    4h 12m

    Changes required

    20:54
    Prestonpans
    Train W32615-2K61 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–SatTrain C27843-9S80 is operated by Avanti West Coast. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59050-2Y08 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$95.72
  10. 17:19
    Swinton (Manchester)

    6h 9m

    Changes required

    23:28
    Prestonpans
    Train G78284-2I23 is operated by Northern. The speed of this train is 75km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain G62416-1P85 is operated by TransPennine Express. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain C28885-1S28 is operated by LNER. The speed of this train is 125km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–FriTrain W59070-2Y12 is operated by ScotRail. The speed of this train is 100km/h.
Days of operation: Mon–Fri

    E-ticket

    From US$28.23
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    Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans Train Route Details

    The Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans train ticket is from US$29.36. The average travel time is 4h 11m, covering a distance of approximately 274 mile. There are usually 33 daily trains provided by TransPennine Express. To plan your train journey in advance, please refer to our train route table below.

    First train
    00:01
    Last train
    22:51
    Departure station
    Swinton (Manchester)
    Arrival station
    Prestonpans
    Journey time
    4h 11m
    Distance
    274 mile
    Price
    US$29.36
    Train operators
    TransPennine Express

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    Advanced train tickets are typically the most cost-effective option for train travel. They are usually available for purchase 12 weeks before the travel date.

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    Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans train FAQs

    • When is the first train from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans?

      The first train from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans is at 00:01.
    • Are there direct trains from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans?

      No, there is no direct train from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans, and passengers would need to make 5 changes during the journey.
    • How long is the train journey from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans ?

      The train journey from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans typically takes an average of 6h 43m, with the fastest journey duration being around 4h 11m.
    • How much is a train from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans ?

      The cost of a train from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans can vary, with the cheapest fare typically starting at US$29.36 and the average price being around US$97.98.
    • What times are off-peak trains from Swinton (Manchester) to Prestonpans ?

      In general, the off-peak period typically starts after 09:30 and excludes the evening rush hours of 15:30-18:15 for travel to and from major cities. The specific times may differ depending on the route and train company, but generally, you can expect off-peak times to fall outside the usual commuting hours. For Transport for London, off-peak times are observed on weekdays from the first service until 06:30, from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.