London to Preston Train
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London to Preston by train
The journey from London to Preston by train is 190.88 mi and takes 3 hr 5 min. There are 24 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:39 AM and the last at 9:39 PM. It is possible to travel from London to Preston by train for as little as $47.21 or as much as $286.12. The best price for this journey is $47.21.
| Lowest Price | $47.21 |
| Journey Duration | 3 hr 5 min |
| Connection per Day | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains 24 |
| Lowest Price | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains $47.21 |
| Highest Price | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains $286.12 |
| First Departure | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains 12:39 AM |
| Last Departure | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains 9:39 PM |
| Distance | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains 190.88 mi |
| Departure | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains London |
| Arrival | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains Preston |
| Carriers | Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, West Midlands Trains |
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Find the best day to travel to Preston by train
When travelling to Preston by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!
Services on board Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Trains from London to Preston
Compare services on board when travelling from London to Preston by train.
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London to Preston CO2 Emissions by Train
Train
21.5kg
Bus
23.04kg
Flight
61.44kg
Car
49.15kg
What are the CO2 emissions from London to Preston by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between London and Preston are 21.5kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between London and Preston? By taking the train between London and Preston you will save 39.94kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.54kg compared to a bus and 27.65kg compared to a car.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a train ticket from London to Preston?
A train ticket from London to Preston is $141.93. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $47.21.
What's the cheapest train ticket from London to Preston?
The cheapest ticket you can get from London to Preston is $47.21. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between London and Preston by train?
London to Preston is 190.88 mi.
How long does the train between London and Preston take?
London to Preston is on average 3 hr 5 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 2 hr 8 min.
Which companies operate from London to Preston?
The train journey from London to Preston is covered by 3 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express and West Midlands Trains.
How many train connections per day go from London to Preston?
London to Preston has 24 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from London to Preston leave?
The earliest train from London to Preston departs at 12:39 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from London to Preston depart?
The latest train from London to Preston departs at 9:39 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from London to Preston in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is $47.21 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from London to Preston?
There are on average 19 direct connection(s) from London to go to Preston.
What's the fastest journey time between London to Preston by train?
The fastest journey time by train between London and Preston is 2 hr 8 min.
Is there a direct train from London to Preston?
Yes, there is a direct train between London and Preston.
What are the CO2 emissions for London to Preston by train?
The train journey from London to Preston creates 21.5kg of CO2 emissions.