- Must visit
The British Museum
Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$154
Fastest journey
2 h 12 m
Average duration
2 h 12 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
306 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to London is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to London will cost around $154 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 28 trains that leave Preston for London on Mon, Aug 24, 21 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 306 km distance in an average of 2 h 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 12 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.
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W34029Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to London among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $103.
Distance: 190 miles (306 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$74 Average price | $35 Average price Cheapest | $179 Average price | $141 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 38m Average total duration 2h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 14m Average total duration 6h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 1h 39m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions | 0.9 - 1.8kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | 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 Preston to London:
A bus is $64 (€52) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston to London costing on average $105 (€85).
A bus is $193 (€155) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Preston to London costing on average $234 (€188).
Other travel options to London take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 48m.
Bus takes on average 6h 49m.
The journey is about 2h 35m faster (1h 48m by train vs 4h 23m by car) and roughly $36 (€29) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($105 (€85) vs $141 (€114)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Preston to London trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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W33195 | On time 8:59 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h16 | 12:15 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33368 | On time 10:01 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h45 | 12:46 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33252 · W33261 | On time 10:17 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h49 | 1:06 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
Y14801 | On time 10:40 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h48 | 1:28 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33141 | On time 10:57 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h21 | 1:18 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33371 · W33106 | On time 11:18 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h52 | 2:10 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33147 | On time 12:03 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h15 | 2:18 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01364 | On time 12:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h21 | 3:39 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C01364 · W33218 | On time 12:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h46 | 3:04 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33191 | On time 1:02 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h17 | 3:19 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33256 | On time 1:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h21 | 4:39 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C00566 | On time 1:27 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h34 | 4:01 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33138 | On time 2:00 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h19 | 4:19 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33369 · W33303 | On time 2:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h46 | 5:04 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33369 | On time 2:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h21 | 5:39 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33314 | On time 3:00 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h19 | 5:19 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33219 · W33308 | On time 3:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h46 | 6:04 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33219 | On time 3:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h21 | 6:39 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33275 | On time 4:00 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h18 | 6:18 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33257 | On time 4:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h21 | 7:39 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C00576 | On time 4:29 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h32 | 7:01 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33163 | On time 5:02 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h17 | 7:19 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33251 · W33129 | On time 5:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h46 | 8:04 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33251 | On time 5:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h19 | 8:37 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33140 | On time 6:00 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h19 | 8:19 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33151 | On time 6:17 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h52 | 10:09 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33151 · W33036 | On time 6:17 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h47 | 9:04 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33304 | On time 7:05 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h26 | 9:31 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33197 · W33123 | On time 7:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h19 | 10:37 PM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W33197 | On time 7:18 PM Preston station (PRE) | 4h07 | 11:25 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Y14787 | On time 7:52 PM Preston station (PRE) | 3h03 | 10:55 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33292 | On time 8:05 PM Preston station (PRE) | 2h47 | 10:52 PM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33240 | On time 8:59 PM Preston station (PRE) | 4h05 | 1:04 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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W33927 | 5:29 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h31 | 8:00 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34218+ G89818 | 5:50 AM Preston station (PRE) | 3h09 | 8:59 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W34004_W34251 | 6:00 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h35 | 8:35 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
C00568 | 6:41 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h47 | 9:28 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W33939 | 6:58 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h14 | 9:12 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
W34207 · W33878 | 7:18 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h45 | 10:03 AM London Euston (EUS) | 1 transfer | |
W34029 | 8:01 AM Preston station (PRE) | 2h13 | 10:14 AM London Euston (EUS) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Preston to London run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $29 (€23) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:39, the last at 23:08. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (306 km) distance in 2h 12m.
Distance 190 miles (306 km) |
Average train duration 2h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€23) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 12m |
First train 12:39 AM |
Last train 11:08 PM |
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Vast world museum with the Rosetta Stone, Parthenon sculptures and global antiquities. Essential for history lovers.
Leading art museum on Trafalgar Square with masterpieces from Van Gogh, Turner and da Vinci. Free and internationally renowned.
Grand museum of art, design and performance with fashion, sculpture and decorative arts collections in South Kensington.
Lively riverside stretch linking major landmarks, markets and cultural venues. Ideal for walking, views and people-watching.
Large royal park with the Serpentine, rose gardens and broad lawns. Excellent for relaxing, boating and central green space.
Historic Greenwich riverside district with maritime heritage, market streets and hilltop views near major cultural landmarks.
Classic English fish fried in batter with chips. A London staple tied to the city’s working-class food culture and best eaten fresh with salt and vinegar.
Slow-cooked beef, carrots, onions and herbs under a suet pastry lid. A comforting British pie long associated with London pubs and Sunday meals.
A full cooked breakfast with eggs, sausages, bacon, beans, mushrooms and toast. A traditional morning meal served across London cafes and hotels.
Celebrated fine dining restaurant by Heston Blumenthal showcasing historic British dishes in an elegant, high-end Knightsbridge room.
Well-known pub serving excellent pies, ales and British mains in a relaxed, polished gastropub setting near Victoria Park.
Historic Covent Garden restaurant famous for classic British pies in a lively, traditional setting popular with locals and visitors.
Very costly by European standards. Hotels, dining, and transit are pricier than in most UK and EU city breaks, especially in central areas.
Restaurants often add 12.5% service; if not, tip 10-12%. Taxis: round up or 10%. Cafes: optional small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to London 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 London, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Preston to London trains use the Preston to London Euston station pair, with some services arriving at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. Use this guide to compare Preston and London train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
London Euston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Nando's, The Signal Box, Delice de France, Tortilla, Starbucks, AMT Coffee, Upper Crust, Camden Food Co., & many more
Free public Wi-Fi available. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 00:00, Sat: 06:00 - 23:00, Sun: 07:00 - 00:00. Information desks are located near the center of the station's main concourse.
Luggage storage is excess Baggage Co luggage storage is located near the entrance to Platform 16 and is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Euston: Taxis, WC.
Available at London Euston: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Euston: Station is fully accessible, and passengers can request assistance at the mobility assistance reception desk.
Nearby hotels include Hilton London Euston, The Wesley Euston Hotel, Travelodge London Central Euston.
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 is 23 km from London city centre. Public transport options include:
Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lost and Found Office, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3. ATMs are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Ticket office support is available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heathrow Terminals 2 & 3: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Level access to platforms, lifts to airport facilities. Ticket Office is step free. Wheelchair users can board trains with ease as the platforms are level with the trains, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
London Kings Cross has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Caffè Nero, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Upper Crust, Giraffe World Kitchen, Black Sheep Coffee, Hotel Chocolat, Leon, Pret a Manger, Wasabi, & more
Free, unlimited Wi-Fi in the station. . ATMs are located near Platforms 11 and 10, just past Caffé Nero.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:00 - 01:36, Sat: 05:00 - 00:36, Sun: 05:30 - 01:36. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Luggage storage is located by the entrance of Platform 9 provided by Excess Baggage Co, open daily from 08:00 until 21:00. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at London Kings Cross: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at London Kings Cross: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at London Kings Cross: There is step-free access in the whole station to all platforms. There are elevators between the concourse and Mezzanine and London Underground ticket hall.
Nearby hotels include Point A Hotel, London Kings Cross St Pancras, Premier Inn London Kings Cross Hotel, St. Pancras Renaissance Hotel London.
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