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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to Preston
Cheapest price
$76
Average price
$104
Fastest journey
3 h 12 m
Average duration
3 h 12 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
245 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to Preston will cost around $104 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $76.
Of the 2 trains that leave Oxford for Preston on Thu, Jun 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 3 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 12 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest trains will take 3 h 12 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.
9:39 AM3h12Oxford12:51 PMPreston$761One-way0 transfers- 11:40 AM3h12Oxford2:52 PMPreston$1331One-way0 transfers
- 11:40 AM3h12Oxford2:52 PMPreston$1331One-way0 transfers
- 9:39 AM3h12Oxford12:51 PMPreston$761One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Oxford to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $35. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $35, and a train costs an average of $66.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$121 Average price | $49 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration 5h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Preston:
A bus is $71 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Preston costing on average $121 (€97).
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 21m.
You'll arrive about 25m sooner (2h 59m by train vs 3h 24m by car). Tickets start at around $121 (€97) compared to roughly $81 (€66) 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
Oxford to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to Preston trains for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9:39 AM Oxford | 3h12 | 12:51 PM Preston | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to Preston
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Trains from Oxford to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $66 (€53) but you can travel from only $35 (€28) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:20, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average train duration 2h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $66 (€53) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 0m |
First train 5:20 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Oxford to Preston trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Oxford and Preston from $35 (€28). 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 Oxford to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford 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 Oxford to Preston
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Shopping
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Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
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Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- 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 the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
WifiParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCLoungeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Information Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
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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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