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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Brighton to Preston
Cheapest price
$165
Average price
$166
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 21 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
371 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brighton to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brighton to Preston will cost around $166 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $165.
Of the 2 trains that leave Brighton for Preston on Fri, Nov 28, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 28 the direct trains cover the 371 km distance in an average of 4 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h .
On Fri, Nov 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 41 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Brighton to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Brighton to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €30. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €30, and a flight costs an average of €68.
Distance: 230 miles (371 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€127 Average price | €51 Average price Cheapest | €210 Average price |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 11m Average total duration 10h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Brighton to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Brighton to Preston trains for today, Thursday, November 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Y30552+ Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W09874 | On time 9:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h00 | 1:39 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2 transfers | |
| Y30560+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W09878 | On time 10:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h00 | 2:39 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2 transfers | |
| Y30568+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W09880 | On time 11:39 AM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h00 | 3:39 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2 transfers | |
| Y30576+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W09883 | On time 12:39 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h00 | 4:39 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2 transfers | |
| Y30584+Tube from London Victoria to London Euston+W09886 | On time 1:39 PM Brighton station (BTN) | 4h00 | 5:39 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2 transfers |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Brighton to Preston
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Trains from Brighton to Preston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $101 (€82) but you can travel from only $37 (€30) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 230 miles (371 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 230 miles (371 km) |
Average train duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $101 (€82) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 21:18 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Thameslink from Brighton to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, Thameslink trains will get you between Brighton and Preston from $37 (€30). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Brighton to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brighton to Preston by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Preston, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Brighton to Preston
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Stroudley Road.
- The Grand Central
- The Cyclist
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- £0.50
- Jurys Inn Brighton
- Ibis Brighton City Centre
- My Brighton Hotel
- Located in the main concourse
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-8 for trains to London, Gatwick, and the south coast
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Southern and Thameslink services
ParkingDiningAccessibilityWC
LoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Bike Rental- Opening hours: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 06:00 - 19:10 Sunday 09:10 - 16:45
- Car Park: No
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: No
- Step free access note: This is a Category C station: This station does not have step-free access. Assistance Meeting Point is outside the ticket office on platforms 1 and 2.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All Southern ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. Ticket machines are of an accessible design, however their location and the station itself may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: No
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: There is an unheated waiting area on platform 1, 2 and 3
- Storage location: Platform 3
- Storage CCTV: Yes
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.30
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Enterprise
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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