How much is the train ticket from London to Preston?

The cheapest train tickets from London to Preston start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $177. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from London to Preston?

The average train trip from London to Preston takes 2h 53m and covers 303 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 8m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the London to Preston route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Preston?

The earliest train from London to Preston departs at 7:14am. The latest train departs at 11:30pm.

Train London to Preston from $70

Next train departures

Next departures for London to Preston on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	5:30pm	Euston Station	2h 8m	7:38pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	9:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	9:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Preston on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	9:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	9:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 35m	10:51am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 35m	10:51am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	8:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	10:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Preston on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	11:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	5:30pm	Euston Station	2h 8m	7:38pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	9:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Preston on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	11:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	5:30pm	Euston Station	2h 8m	7:38pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	9:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Preston on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	11:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	5:30pm	Euston Station	2h 8m	7:38pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	9:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

Next departures for London to Preston on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	9:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	11:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Cheapest
Train	5:30pm	Euston Station	2h 8m	7:38pm	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	Fastest
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:16am	Euston Station	3h 34m	10:50am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags
Train	7:30am	Euston Station	2h 9m	9:39am	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from London to Preston

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Preston. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

3h 50mAverage Duration

306 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$33 - $124	Average Duration6h 25m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$73 - $612	Average Duration2h 53m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$33 - $70	Average Duration3h 50m	CO₂ emissions 13kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in London and Preston?

London

A
Euston Station
Euston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
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B
King's Cross
7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
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C
St Pancras International
King's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
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D
Waterloo
Waterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
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E
London Bridge
51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
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F
Marylebone
Melcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
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Preston

A
Preston (Lancs), Rail Station
Preston, Fishergate, Preston PR1 8AP, UK
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Train companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the WiFi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at $73

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from London to Preston by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from London to Preston?
The cheapest train tickets from London to Preston start at $73. The average price for this train route is around $177. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from London to Preston?
The average train trip from London to Preston takes 2h 53m and covers 303 km. The quickest train gets you there in 2h 8m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the London to Preston route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from London to Preston?
The earliest train from London to Preston departs at 7:14am. The latest train departs at 11:30pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-10

$171

12-11

$171

Today

$114

12-13

$102

12-14

No data

12-15

$168

12-16

$168

12-17

$169

The cheapest trip from London to Preston was searched and found on Dec 13, 2025 with a price of $102

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from London to Preston, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $102 to $593 for a train ticket from London to Preston based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $102 which is on 2025-12-13.