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Cheap train tickets from Crewe to Preston

Showing times and prices for Oct 04

Cheapest

$39

Average

$39

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Crewe to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

Cheapest

C31732

05:59AM0h42

Crewe station (CRE)

06:41AMPreston station (PRE)

$391One-way

0 transfers

Crewe to Preston train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Friday, October 4

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers	Tickets
Avanti West Coast C31732	05:59AM Crewe station (CRE)	0h42	06:41AM Preston station (PRE)	0 transfersDirect
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Fastest train times from Crewe to Preston

Showing times and prices for Oct 04

Fastest Journey

42 m

Average

42 m

Trains per day

Distance

77 km

Of the 1 trains that leave Crewe for Preston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

Fastest

C31732

05:59AM0h42

Crewe station (CRE)

06:41AMPreston station (PRE)

$391One-way

0 transfers

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Overview: Train from Crewe to Preston

Distance	47 miles (76 km)
Average train duration	41 min
Average train ticket price	$34 (€29)
Train frequency	16 a day
Direct train	Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day
Train providers	Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper

Trains from Crewe to Preston cover the 47 miles (76 km) long route taking on average 41 min with our travel partners like Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper. Normally, there are 16 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this route for as low as $18 (€15), but the average price of train tickets is $34 (€29). Travelers depart most frequently from Crewe and arrive in Preston.

Train providers: Virgin Trains and Caledonian Sleeper from Crewe to Preston trains

For as little as $22 (€19) you can travel by train to Preston from Crewe with Virgin Trains and Caledonian Sleeper. Omio will show you the best deals, schedules and tickets available for this route.

Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.

Virgin Trains from Crewe to Preston train information:

Average Duration: 41 min
Cheapest Price: $22
Virgin Trains frequency: 12 a day

The Caledonian Sleeper is a train service operating in the United Kingdom. It offers overnight journeys between London, Scotland, the North of England and Wales. The service is operated by Serco and consists of two types of trains: the Classic Sleeper and the Lowland Sleeper. The Classic Sleeper offers comfortable sleeping berths, while the Lowland Sleeper offers reclining seats. Both trains offer onboard facilities such as Wi-Fi, power sockets, and complimentary tea and coffee. Ticket types include Standard, First Class and Solo. Standard tickets offer access to the lounge car, while First Class tickets include access to the lounge car and complimentary breakfast. Solo tickets are available for single travellers and offer access to the lounge car and a private sleeping berth. The most popular routes for the Caledonian Sleeper are London to Edinburgh, Glasgow and Inverness. Passengers can also travel from London to Aberdeen, Fort William and Dundee.

Caledonian Sleeper from Crewe to Preston train information:

Average Duration: 58 min
Cheapest Price: $111
Caledonian Sleeper frequency: 1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Crewe to Preston

FAQs: Travel by train from Crewe to Preston easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Crewe to Preston.

Cheap train tickets from Crewe to Preston can start from as little as $18 (€15) when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Crewe to Preston is $34 (€29); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

On average the Crewe to Preston train travel time is 41 min for the 47 mile (76 km) long route, but the duration can vary if you travel on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Crewe to Preston leaves at 4: 59 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Crewe to Preston leaves at 6: 09 PM.

Yes, there are 16 direct trains a day from Crewe to Preston with Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.

When taking a train from Crewe to Preston, you can count on Avanti West Coast or Caledonian Sleeper for the best way to get you to Preston. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Preston from Crewe and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

Yes, you can take a night train from Crewe to Preston with Caledonian Sleeper. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Crewe, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Preston, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Preston from Crewe is worth doing with a journey time of 41 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Crewe to Preston by train is September.

You have options as you can travel from Crewe to Preston 2 different ways: train or bus.

Popular train stations from Crewe to Preston

Crewe

Preston

The major railway station for departures from Crewe is Crewe. Read all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Crewe for your journey between Crewe and Preston.

Crewe

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Address

Crewe station, Nantwich Road, Crewe, Cheshire, CW2 6HR

Public transit options for Crewe

Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the side of the station on the left as you exit. Northern Rail buses pick up / drop off at the temporary bus station, just beyond Platform 12. The bus station in question is accessible via a bridge at platform level.