The cheapest and fastest trains from Longford to Preston
Cheapest price
$357
Average price
$357
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Longford to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Longford to Preston will cost around $357 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $357.
Of the 1 trains that leave Longford for Preston on Mon, Dec 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct trains cover the 297 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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 bus, train, and flight for Longford to Preston
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Longford to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €26, and a train costs an average of €139.
Distance: 184 miles (297 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
€186 Average price | €44 Average price Cheapest |
4h 57m Average total duration Fastest 4h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Longford to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Longford to Preston trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:51 AM Longford | 3h48 | 8:39 AM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Longford to Preston
Trains from Longford to Preston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $173 (€139) but you can travel from only $33 (€26) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 184 miles (297 km) distance in 3h 48m.
Distance 184 miles (297 km) |
Average train duration 4h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $173 (€139) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 48m |
First train 04:45 |
Last train 21:18 |
FAQs: Trains from Longford to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Longford 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 Longford to Preston
- 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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