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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Preston
Cheapest price
$93
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
5 h 29 m
Average duration
5 h 29 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Preston will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $93.
Of the 2 trains that leave Norwich for Preston on Mon, Dec 22, 2 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 296 km distance in an average of 5 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 29 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest trains will take 5 h 29 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 Norwich to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €41. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €41, and a flight costs an average of €324.
Distance: 183 miles (296 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€91 Average price | €55 Average price Cheapest | €534 Average price |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Norwich to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Norwich 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:56 AM Norwich | 5h29 | 1:25 PM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:56 AM Norwich | 5h29 | 3:25 PM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Preston
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Trains from Norwich to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $74 (€60) but you can travel from only $51 (€41) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 183 miles (296 km) distance in 5h 29m.
Distance 183 miles (296 km) |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $74 (€60) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:01 |
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Preston trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Preston from $51 (€41). 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 Norwich to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Norwich 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 Norwich to Preston
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Desk
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket 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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