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London Paddington to Preston (Lancs) train prices and times
Use Trip.com to buy tickets from London Paddington to Preston (Lancs), starting from €40.76 and averaging €43.16. The entire journey takes no more than 2h 36m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.
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Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Find Tickets |
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14:36 London Paddington | 18:51 Preston (Lancs) | 4h 15m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:02 London Paddington | 17:39 Preston (Lancs) | 2h 37m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
15:32 London Paddington | 19:52 Preston (Lancs) | 4h 20m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:02 London Paddington | 18:39 Preston (Lancs) | 2h 37m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets |
16:36 London Paddington | 20:51 Preston (Lancs) | 4h 15m, No direct | ![]() ![]() ![]() | Find Tickets |
17:02 London Paddington | 19:38 Paris | 2h 36m, Direct | ![]() | Find Tickets View More Trains |
London Paddington to Preston (Lancs) train route details

First train
05:23

Last train
21:30

Journey time
2h 36m

Distance
188 miles

Price
€40.76*
How to book cheap train tickets from London Paddington to Preston (Lancs)

Season Tickets for frequent travels
For frequent travellers between London Paddington and Preston (Lancs), consider a Season Ticket, providing unlimited travel between specified stations for different durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Alongside substantial savings, enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey.

Network Railcard for Southeast England
For only a small annual fee, you can save 1/3 on most fares in Southeast England, including routes in and out of London, with the Network Railcard. Covering both standard and off-peak tickets, this railcard is particularly beneficial for those who travel regularly within this region.

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 London Paddington to Preston (Lancs) can result in significant cost savings.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off
You can choose a Railcard to help you save up to 1/3 on fares from London Paddington to Preston (Lancs) for various reasons, such as your age (including the 16-25 Railcard or Senior Railcard) or options geared towards group travel (Family & Friends Railcard and Two Together Railcard). Discover more 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 London Paddington 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%
Did you know that purchasing Advance Tickets can significantly reduce your travel expenses? On average, these tickets can save you an impressive 61% on fares. The best part is that the earlier you book (ideally up to 12 weeks in advance), the greater the savings!

Group travels to save 1/3
If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.
London Paddington to Preston (Lancs) train ticket types
Save money on your trip from London Paddington to Preston (Lancs) with suitable train tickets. It's a great way to spend less!
- 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
These are valid for both the outward and return journey from the same destination on your chosen route.
Advance train tickets
Generally the most cost-effective option, these tickets can be purchased up to 12 weeks in advance of the travel date.
Season train tickets
These allow unlimited travel between two stations and can save you over 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%.