The average train between York and Prestwich takes 1h 43m and the fastest train takes 1h 36m. The train runs at least 2 times per hour from York 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 30 minutes between York and Prestwich. The earliest departure is at 2:35 AM at night, and the last departure from York is at 10:06 PM which arrives into Prestwich at 11:58 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 1h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 55m • 1 change

2h 4m • 1 change

2h • 1 change

1h 41m • 1 change
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No, there is no direct train from York to Prestwich. However, there are services departing from York station and arriving at Prestwich station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 43m.
York to Prestwich train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from York station.
York to Prestwich train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
The distance between York and Prestwich is 92 km. The road distance is 116 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from York to Manchester Victoria every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £23–45 and the journey takes 1h 14m.