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Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs) train prices and times

Planning a journey from Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs)? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as £17.50, with average prices for this route around £18.50. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Operator	Find Tickets
21:49 Droitwich Spa	07:51+1 Preston (Lancs)	10h 2m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets
22:37 Droitwich Spa	06:41+1 Paris	8h 4m, No direct	West Midlands Trains	Find Tickets View More Trains

Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs) train route details

First train

09:13

Last train

22:37

Departure station

Droitwich Spa

Arrival station

Preston (Lancs)

Journey time

2h 39m

Distance

106 miles

Price

£17.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, West Midlands Trains

How to book cheap train tickets from Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs)

Travelling in off-peak train times

Off-Peak train tickets are generally cheaper than peak-time tickets, allowing travel outside morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays. If your schedule allows for flexibility, choosing off-peak times for your trip from Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs) can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

With a Railcard, you can save up to 1/3 on most rail fares. There are different types of Railcards available, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard, each catering to specific groups of travellers. You can discover more about Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs), you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs) ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs) more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types

There are various ticket types available for this route, each with different benefits and restrictions. Explore below to see which ticket type is best suited to your travel needs:

Off-Peak & Super Off-Peak tickets
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Off-Peak tickets are cheaper and more flexible, allowing for travel during less busy times. Super Off-Peak tickets are even cheaper and are perfect for less conventional schedules.
Return train tickets
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This ticket includes both the outbound and return journeys, saving you the time and hassle of purchasing separate tickets. With just one ticket, you can travel smoothly along the same route.
Advance train tickets
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As one of the most cost-effective ticket options available, purchasing up to 12 weeks in advance can save you a considerable amount of money.
Season train tickets
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Season tickets allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you more than 1/3 on train fares.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.

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Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs) train prices and times

Droitwich Spa to Preston (Lancs) train route details