4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Nottingham
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€47
Fastest journey
2 h 44 m
Average duration
3 h 7 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
138 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Nottingham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Nottingham will cost around €47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 5 trains that leave Preston for Nottingham on Mon, Nov 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 10 the direct trains cover the 138 km distance in an average of 3 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 44 m .
On Mon, Nov 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 41 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Preston to Nottingham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Nottingham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €27, and a train costs an average of €27.
Distance: 138 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€53 Average price | €33 Average price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Preston to Nottingham train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Nottingham trains for today, Sunday, November 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:18 AM Preston | 3h13 | 2:31 PM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 10 | |||||
| 4:51 AM Preston | 3h41 | 8:32 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:52 AM Preston | 3h40 | 8:32 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:50 AM Preston | 2h44 | 10:34 AM Nottingham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Nottingham
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Trains from Preston to Nottingham run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 21:47. The fastest train covers the 138 km distance in 2h 45m.
Distance 138 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 04:55 |
Last train 21:47 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast from Preston to Nottingham trainsEast Midlands Trains, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Nottingham from €27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Preston to Nottingham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Nottingham by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nottingham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Nottingham
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 22:00 Saturday 05:00 - 22:00 Sunday 07:15 - 22:20
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This is a category A access station. There are lifts available to all platforms and there is level and ramp access to the concourse and ticket office/machines. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible public telephones: none
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on useful information poster at station.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6. The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 and Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on the Southern Concourse, Platform 1/3 & Platform 5/6; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Cycle hub located on ground floor of multi-storey car park on Queens Road. Additional stands in secure compound adjacent to Platform 1 on Station Road.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 08000 11 33 23
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses will pick up and drop off from Carrington Street, at the front of the station.
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