Preston to London train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to London

Showing times and prices for Nov 06

Cheapest price

€68

Average price

€161

Fastest journey

2 h 12 m

Average duration

2 h 39 m

Trains per day

6

Distance

306 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Preston to London will cost around €161 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €68.

Fast trains

Of the 6 trains that leave Preston for London on Thu, Nov 06, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 06 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .

On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest trains will take 3 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

Avanti West CoastW10455
09:18AM3h20
Preston station (PRE)
12:38PMLondon Euston (EUS)
681One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastW10453
08:17AM3h21
Preston station (PRE)
11:38AMLondon Euston (EUS)
1001One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastW10455 · W09180
09:18AM2h46
Preston station (PRE)
12:04PMLondon Euston (EUS)
1021One-way
1 transfer
Avanti West CoastW09776
09:00AM2h12
Preston station (PRE)
11:12AMLondon Euston (EUS)
2291One-way
0 transfers
Avanti West CoastW09774
08:00AM2h12
Preston station (PRE)
10:12AMLondon Euston (EUS)
2291One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Preston to London

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 11m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €78.

Distance: 306 km

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Train
Bus
Flight

€97

Average price

€35

Average price

Cheapest

€197

Average price

3h 4m

Average total duration

2h 34m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

7h 19m

Average total duration

6h 49m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 11m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 11m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

0.1 - 0.3kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.3 - 0.8kg

CO2 emissions

0.9 - 1.8kg

CO2 emissions

Avanti West Coast

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British Airways

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Preston to London train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday, November 5
Last updated at 3:03 AM
Last updated at 3:03 AM

ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
avanti_west_coastW09774
On time
8:00 AM Preston station (PRE)
2h12
10:12 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW10453 · W09158
On time
8:17 AM Preston station (PRE)
2h46
11:03 AM London Euston (EUS)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW10453
On time
8:17 AM Preston station (PRE)
3h21
11:38 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW09776
On time
9:00 AM Preston station (PRE)
2h12
11:12 AM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect
avanti_west_coastW10455 · W09180
On time
9:18 AM Preston station (PRE)
2h46
12:04 PM London Euston (EUS)
1 transfer
avanti_west_coastW10455
On time
9:18 AM Preston station (PRE)
3h20
12:38 PM London Euston (EUS)
0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Preston to London?

The best time to book your train from Preston to London is 56 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Preston to London route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Preston to London per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Preston to London.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Preston to London

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Trains from Preston to London run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €46 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €16
Distance
306 km
Average train duration
2h 34m
Cheapest ticket price
€46
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
2h 11m
First train
05:03
Last train
23:08
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €16

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from Preston to London trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Preston and London from €16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 11m
Cheapest Price
€41
Avanti West Coast frequency
7 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Caledonian Sleeper

About
The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee.Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 12m
Cheapest Price
€91
Caledonian Sleeper frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage per person included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Dedicated luggage storage areas in each carriage and under beds in sleeping compartments
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type and timing before departure
Refund
Full refund provided if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Complimentary breakfast for all guests. Club Car serves dinner and drinks. Room service available for sleeping car passengers
Seat reservation
Included in ticket price for sleeping car passengers. Optional seat reservations available for seated carriages
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Accessible rooms available, wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and staff assistance
Pets
Small pets allowed in sleeping compartments for a fee. Guide dogs travel free
Quiet zone

Trains from Preston to London

Trains from Preston to London cover the 230 mile distance in a little over two hours. Every day of the week, you'll find departures from Preston Station to London Euston, with two services per hour during the day.

Which train companies go from Preston to London?

Trains from Preston to London are solely operated by Virgin Trains.

How long is the train from Preston to London?

Direct services between Preston and London take 2 hours 16 minutes. However, there are also indirect services every hour which take 2 hours 40 minutes and feature a change in Crewe.

When are the first and last trains of the day from Preston to London?

There are two trains per hour at peak times between Preston and London. The first direct train of the day departs from Preston at 5:33 am, and the final direct train leaves at 8:58 pm. However, indirect services depart as late as 4:02 am.

What facilities are available on trains from Preston to London?

When you travel on trains from Preston to London you can expect to find facilities like on-board wi-fi, quiet carriages, space to store bikes, toilets and buffet cars. There's also BEAM, a smartphone-based entertainment service, along with priority seating for elderly and disabled passengers.

What is the departure and arrival station for trains from Preston to London?

Departure Station: All trains to London from Preston leave from Preston Station, which is located on Fishergate. Getting to the station is really easy if you are in the city centre. Simply follow Fishergate and walk for 200 metres or so until a left turn leads you into the station concourse. Buses also run to outside the station from suburbs like Ashton-on-Ribble or Chorley.

Arrival Station: Trains running into London from Preston all terminate at London Euston. Euston is located in Camden, just north of the city centre. From there, you can catch the Victoria or Northern Lines on London's tube, or take buses like the 30 or 73 towards the West End. King's Cross is also just a few hundred metres away if you need to transfer to Eurostar services to the continent.

FAQs: Trains from Preston to London

FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to London easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to London.
FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Preston to London can start from as little as €42 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Preston to London is €88; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Preston to London is 2 h 11 min   to travel the 305 km long trip, with around there are 7 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Preston to London leaves at 03: 02. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Preston to London leaves at 23: 08.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Preston to London without having to change trains with Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper. There are 6 direct trains from Preston to London each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Preston to London train with Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the trip between Preston and London as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Yes, you can take a night train from Preston to London with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

Passengers board the train most frequently from Preston, which is located around 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at London Euston, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to London from Preston is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 11 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Preston to London is November.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel from Preston to London including taking a train, coach or flight.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Preston to London

Preston
London
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to London.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
  • 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
  • 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
6
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
Dining
  • Rise
  • The Olive Tree Brasserie
  • Turtle Bay
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • £0.30
Hotel
Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
  • Delta Hotels Preston
  • Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Enterprise
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
  • Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transit options for Preston
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services

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