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Preston to London train prices and times

Looking to travel from Preston to London? You can buy train tickets with Trip.com for as low as £13.50, with average prices for this route around £31.00.

To get the best deals, we' d recommend buying in advance and researching alternatives such as split tickets.

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Wed, Jul 30
From £16.25
Thu, Jul 31
From £17.25
Fri, Aug 1
From £14.50
Sat, Aug 2
From £13.50
Sun, Aug 3
From £13.50
Mon, Aug 4
From £17.50
Tue, Aug 5
From £14.25

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Departs	Arrives	Duration	Find Tickets
05:33 Preston (Lancs)	08:00 London Euston	2h 27m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:00 Preston (Lancs)	08:35 London Euston	2h 35m, Direct	Find Tickets
06:57 Preston (Lancs)	09:15 London Euston	2h 18m, Direct	Find Tickets
07:13 Preston (Lancs)	11:36 London St Pancras International	4h 23m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:18 Preston (Lancs)	10:03 London Euston	2h 45m, No direct	Find Tickets
07:18 Preston (Lancs)	10:38 Paris	3h 20m, Direct	Find Tickets View More Trains

Preston to London train route details

First train

05:33

Last train

23:49

Departure station

Preston

Arrival station

London

Journey time

2h 12m

Distance

191 miles

Price

£13.50*

Train Operators

Avanti West Coast, Northern, LNER

How to book cheap train tickets from Preston to London

Season Tickets for frequent travels

If you frequently travel between Preston and London, a Season Ticket allows unlimited travel between these stations and is available for various durations, such as weekly, monthly, annually, or flexi. Enjoy the convenience of not having to buy a ticket for each journey, as well as significant savings.

Network Railcard for Southeast England

By purchasing a Network Railcard for only £30 per year, unlock incredible savings of up to 1/3 on every ticket for your travels within London and the South East. With this Railcard in hand, you can enjoy reduced costs on various ticket types, including Standard or Super Off-Peak Tickets.

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Preston to London. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets involves buying separate, cheaper tickets for different parts of your journey on the same train instead of just one ticket for the entire trip. For instance, if you're travelling from Preston to London, you might find that purchasing a ticket from A to C, then C to B costs less than a direct ticket. This method is perfectly legal and often doesn’t require leaving your seat.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are usually released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can be significantly cheaper than tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Preston to London ahead of time and securing your tickets early, you can save up to 61% on the cost of your travel.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group of three to nine people, take advantage of group travel discounts, offered by most train companies, for a discount of up to 1/3 on standard fares. This can make travelling from Preston to London more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

Preston to London train ticket types

Here are different ticket types available for this route, each with its own benefits and restrictions. Here are the options to consider:

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