The average train between Prestwich and Trafford takes 55 min and the fastest train takes 47 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Prestwich to Trafford. 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 Prestwich and Trafford. The earliest departure is at 6:05 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Prestwich is at 6:28 PM which arrives into Trafford at 7:17 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 55 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

57 min • 1 change

57 min • 1 change

57 min • 1 change

57 min • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from Prestwich to Trafford. However, there are services departing from Prestwich station and arriving at Trafford station via Parkway. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 55 min.
Prestwich to Trafford train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Crumpsall station.
Prestwich to Trafford train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Parkway station.
The distance between Prestwich and Trafford is 7.6 km. The road distance is 14 km.
Metrolink operates a vehicle from Crumpsall to Parkway every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 34 min.