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Trip Overview

The average train between Preston and Poynton takes 1h 34m and the fastest train takes 1h 13m. There is a train service every few hours from Preston to Poynton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

1h 34m
Duration
42 mi
Distance
£16
Average price
Hourly
Frequency

Preston to Poynton train times

Trains run hourly between Preston and Poynton. The earliest departure is at 5:25 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Preston is at 11:49 PM which arrives into Poynton at 6:03 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 16m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 16m • 1 change
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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 32m • 1 change
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Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 1 change
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Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 1 change
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Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 1 change
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Departing Saturday, November 14, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 16m • 1 change
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Departing Sunday, November 15, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited7h 12m • 1 change

Departing Monday, November 16, 2026

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    Northern Trains LimitedNorthern Trains Limited1h 30m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 18m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 17m • 1 change
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    TransPennine ExpressNorthern Trains Limited1h 15m • 1 change
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Preston to Poynton? 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.

Map of how to get from Preston to Poynton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 42.1 mi
  • Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Poynton, England?

You can take a train from Preston to Poynton via Manchester Piccadilly in around 1h 56m.

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