The average train between Trafford and Prestwich takes 59 min and the fastest train takes 52 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Trafford to Prestwich. 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 Trafford and Prestwich. The earliest departure is at 12:29 AM at night, and the last departure from Trafford is at 5:59 PM which arrives into Prestwich at 6:58 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 59 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Trafford to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from Trafford station and arriving at Prestwich station via Crumpsall. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.
Trafford to Prestwich train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Parkway station.
Trafford to Prestwich train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Crumpsall station.
The distance between Trafford and Prestwich is 7.6 km. The road distance is 14 km.
Metrolink operates a vehicle from Parkway to Crumpsall every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 37 min.