4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Harrow to Preston
Cheapest price
$127
Average price
$127
Fastest journey
4 h 10 m
Average duration
4 h 10 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
291 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Harrow to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Harrow to Preston will cost around $127 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $127.
Of the 1 trains that leave Harrow for Preston on Thu, May 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 28 the direct trains cover the 291 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Thu, May 28 the slowest trains will take 4 h 10 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.
5:51 PM4h10Harrow10:01 PMPreston$1271One-way0 transfers
- 5:51 PM4h10Harrow10:01 PMPreston$1271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Harrow to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Harrow to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a flight costs an average of $151.
Distance: 180 miles (291 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$136 Average price | $63 Average price Cheapest | $263 Average price | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Harrow to Preston:
A bus is $73 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrow to Preston costing on average $136 (€110).
A bus is $201 (€162) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrow to Preston costing on average $263 (€212).
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 13m.
Bus takes on average 8h 55m.
You'll arrive about 41m sooner (3h 13m by train vs 3h 54m by car). Tickets start at around $136 (€110) compared to roughly $77 (€62) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Harrow to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Harrow to Preston trains for today, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 3:08 PM Harrow | 2h30 | 5:38 PM Preston | 1 transfer | |
| 4:08 PM Harrow | 2h30 | 6:38 PM Preston | 1 transfer | |
| 5:08 PM Harrow | 2h31 | 7:39 PM Preston | 1 transfer | |
| 6:08 PM Harrow | 2h30 | 8:38 PM Preston | 1 transfer | |
| 7:08 PM Harrow | 2h31 | 9:39 PM Preston | 1 transfer | |
| 8:08 PM Harrow | 2h53 | 11:01 PM Preston | 1 transfer | |
| 8:38 PM Harrow | 3h08 | 11:46 PM Preston | 1 transfer | |
| 11:19 PM Harrow | 4h20 | 3:39 AM Preston | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Harrow to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Harrow to Preston run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $127 (€102) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 180 miles (291 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 180 miles (291 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $127 (€102) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 0m |
First train 5:25 AM |
Last train 9:18 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 2 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Harrow to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Harrow and Preston from $47 (€38). 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 Harrow to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Harrow 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 Harrow to Preston
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Bike Parking
- Type of shops available: Newsagent on Platform 1.
- Car Park: Off Cecil Road
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms. There is level access from the Sandridge Close entrance to platform 1 and ramped access from the Wealdstone entrance to platform 6. Lifts are available to all other platforms, accessible from both entrances.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Daily and Weekly Travelcards.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Male, female and unisex accessible in the Sandridge Close ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Waiting rooms location: Waiting rooms on Platforms 6, 4/5, 2/3 and 1.
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: outside station by car park in Sandridge Close
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Metro: Bakerloo Line
WifiShoppingParkingDining
ATMAccessibilityWC
HotelLost and Found OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Type of shops available: Barbers
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: This station is now step-free to all platforms. Step-free access is via the College Road / Bus Station entrance
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Contact taxi operator directly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines sell tickets suitable for use on London Underground services, including Travelcards. Where tickets for National Rail services are not available through an accessible ticket machine, ticket office staff provide assistance where possible.
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Male and female toilets in the ticket hall - no charge.
- National key toilets: No
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Lowlands Road Exit
- Metro: Metropolitan Line
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage 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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