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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Milton Keynes to Preston
Cheapest price
$65
Average price
$67
Fastest journey
2 h 33 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
233 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Milton Keynes to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Milton Keynes to Preston will cost around $67 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $65.
Of the 3 trains that leave Milton Keynes for Preston on Sun, Dec 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 233 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 33 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 8 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 and bus for Milton Keynes to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Milton Keynes to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €24, and a train costs an average of €31.
Distance: 144 miles (233 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€92 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 0m Average total duration 7h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Milton Keynes to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Milton Keynes to Preston trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 7:24 PM Milton Keynes | 2h55 | 10:19 PM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
| 7:45 AM Milton Keynes | 3h08 | 10:53 AM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:07 AM Milton Keynes | 2h33 | 10:40 AM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:48 AM Milton Keynes | 3h03 | 12:51 PM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Milton Keynes to Preston
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Trains from Milton Keynes to Preston run on average 7 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $30 (€24) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 22:10. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 22:10 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains from Milton Keynes to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, West Midlands Trains trains will get you between Milton Keynes and Preston from $30 (€24). 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 Milton Keynes to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes to Preston
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Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 22:00 Saturday 06:00 - 22:00 Sunday 06:45 - 21:30 Peak demand is 0700-1000 1630-1830 Mon-Fri
- Type of shops available: Convenience store Passport Photo Booth
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are accessible - situated on the concourse and at the front of the station outside the main entrance
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on 1 and 3. Please be advised the non-accessible toilets on Platforms 1 and 2 are locked out of use until further notice. The National key toilets are located on the Main Concourse (operated by a RADAR key), Platform 1 and Platform 3. A RADAR key is available from station staff upon request. Passengers in possession of a RADAR key can access the toilets at all times. The toilet facilities are available: Monday - Sunday 05:00-23:00.
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Front of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 0248 997
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
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LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar 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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