The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Leyland
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
6 m
Average duration
6 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
8 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Leyland is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Leyland will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston for Leyland on Fri, Jun 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct trains cover the 8 km distance in an average of 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest trains will take 6 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.
3:20 PM0h06Preston3:26 PMLeyland$81One-way0 transfers
2:50 PM0h06Preston2:56 PMLeyland$81One-way0 transfers
3:20 PM0h06Preston3:26 PMLeyland$81One-way0 transfers
2:50 PM0h06Preston2:56 PMLeyland$81One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Preston to Leyland
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Leyland among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $4, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 4 miles (8 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $10 Average price | $2 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
35m Average total duration Fastest 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 54m Average total duration 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Leyland:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Preston to Leyland costing on average $10 (€8).
Other travel options to Leyland take longer:
Bus takes on average 24m.
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (5m by train vs 18m by car). Tickets start at around $8 (€6) compared to roughly $2 (€2) 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.
Direct services run with Northern Trains Limited.
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
Preston to Leyland train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Leyland trains for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:52 AM Preston | 0h05 | 8:57 AM Leyland | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:52 AM Preston | 0h05 | 10:57 AM Leyland | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Preston to Leyland by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Leyland
Trains from Preston to Leyland run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:51. The fastest train covers the 4 miles (8 km) distance in 5m.
Distance 4 miles (8 km) |
Average train duration 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 5m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 11:51 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 5 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Leyland trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Leyland from $4 (€3). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Northern Trains Limited
FAQs: Trains from Preston to Leyland
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Leyland 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 Leyland, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Preston to Leyland
- 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
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:40 - 17:45 Sunday 08:10 - 15:45
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, This station only has tactile paving on platform 1 - There are four platforms at Leyland, all of which have step free access via lifts 24 /7
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: No
- Onward travel information: Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Buses towards Preston will stop at the bus stop on Station Brow outside NSI House. Buses towards Bolton/Wigan North Western will stop at the bus stop on Station Brow outside La Corte restaurant.
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