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Harrow to Preston train with Avanti West Coast
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 $46. 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 $46, and a flight costs an average of $148.
Distance: 180 miles (291 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$134 Average price | $259 Average price | $62 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 43m Average total duration 3h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m 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 $72 (€59) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Harrow to Preston costing on average $134 (€110).
A bus is $197 (€162) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Harrow to Preston costing on average $259 (€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 $134 (€110) compared to roughly $76 (€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, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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 | 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 | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
 | 5:51 PM Harrow | 4h10 | 10:01 PM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 $125 (€102) but you can travel from only $46 (€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 $125 (€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 $46 (€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
Most Harrow to Preston trains use the Harrow & Wealdstone to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Harrow and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Harrow station do trains to Preston leave from?
Getting to Harrow & Wealdstone from Harrow city centre
Harrow & Wealdstone is 1 km from Harrow city centre. Public transport options include:
Harrow & Wealdstone train station facilities and services
Harrow & Wealdstone has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrow & Wealdstone.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrow & Wealdstone: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow & Wealdstone: 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.
Getting to Harrow-on-the-Hill from Harrow city centre
Harrow-on-the-Hill train station facilities and services
Harrow-on-the-Hill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Harrow-on-the-Hill. ATMs are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill.
Tickets and information
Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Harrow-on-the-Hill: 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.
Which Preston station do trains from Harrow arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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