How much is the train ticket from Preston to Lancaster?

The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Lancaster start from R 69. The average price for this train route is around R 223. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Preston to Lancaster?

The average train journey time from Preston to Lancaster is 15m, covering a distance of 34 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Preston to Lancaster route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast , Transpennine Express , Northern .

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

The earliest train from Preston to Lancaster departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:10.

Which is the best train operator from Preston to Lancaster?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern , with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Preston to Lancaster?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Preston to Lancaster?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern , with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Preston to Lancaster?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Preston to Lancaster from R 57

Next train departures

Next departures from Preston to Lancaster on 12 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	18m	16:51	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	07:19	Lancaster	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	No tags
Train	08:34	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	08:51	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Lancaster on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:42	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	08:59	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	07:19	Lancaster	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	No tags
Train	15:33	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	15:50	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Lancaster on 14 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	09:48	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	10:05	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	15:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	16:08	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	10:19	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	10:34	Lancaster	No tags
Train	10:39	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	10:56	Lancaster	No tags
Train	10:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	11:09	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Lancaster on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	15:33	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	15:50	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	07:19	Lancaster	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	No tags
Train	08:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	08:52	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Lancaster on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	08:52	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	07:19	Lancaster	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	No tags
Train	15:33	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	15:50	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Lancaster on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	08:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	08:52	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	07:19	Lancaster	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	No tags
Train	15:33	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	15:50	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Lancaster on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	19m	16:52	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	07:19	Lancaster	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	No tags
Train	08:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	08:52	Lancaster	No tags

Next departures from Preston to Lancaster on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:33	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	19m	16:52	Lancaster	Cheapest
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	Fastest
Train	07:04	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	15m	07:19	Lancaster	No tags
Train	07:54	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	14m	08:08	Lancaster	No tags
Train	08:35	Preston (Lancs), Rail Station	17m	08:52	Lancaster	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 7:43 AM GMT.

Compare 3 ways to travel from Preston to Lancaster

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Lancaster. The journey takes about 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 69, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16train per day

15mAverage duration

34 kmDistance

1kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average priceR 136 - R 302	Average duration35m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 69 - R 354	Average duration15m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average priceR 66 - R 66	Average duration30m	CO₂ emissions 1kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.2

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

WiFi5

Northern

4/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.2

GB train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Preston to Lancaster by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Preston to Lancaster?
The cheapest train tickets from Preston to Lancaster start from R 69. The average price for this train route is around R 223. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Preston to Lancaster?
The average train journey time from Preston to Lancaster is 15m, covering a distance of 34 km. The quickest train can get you there in 14m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Preston to Lancaster route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 16 trains available per day, including services from Avanti West Coast, Transpennine Express, Northern.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Preston to Lancaster?
The earliest train from Preston to Lancaster departs at 07:04. And the latest train departs at 23:10.
Which is the best train operator from Preston to Lancaster?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Northern, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 26 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Preston to Lancaster?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Transpennine Express has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator offers the most punctual service from Preston to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Northern, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Preston to Lancaster?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Northern, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

10/12

R 180

11/12

R 187

Today

R 180

13/12

R 123

14/12

R 187

15/12

R 123

16/12

R 180

17/12

R 180

The cheapest trip from Preston to Lancaster was searched and found on 13 Dec 2025 with a price of R 123

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

You can expect to pay from R 123 to R 335 for a train ticket from Preston to Lancaster based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 123, which is on 2025-12-13.

Usually Transpennine Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.