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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Swindon to Preston
Cheapest price
$261
Average price
$326
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 38 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Swindon to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Swindon to Preston will cost around $326 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $261.
It's difficult to get from Swindon to Preston without transferring at least 2 times.
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6:32 AM4h18Swindon10:50 AMPreston$2611One-way2 transfers- 8:12 AM3h38Swindon11:50 AMPreston$3311One-way2 transfers
- 9:10 AM3h40Swindon12:50 PMPreston$3311One-way2 transfers
- 10:11 AM3h39Swindon1:50 PMPreston$3311One-way2 transfers
- 11:12 AM3h39Swindon2:51 PMPreston$3311One-way2 transfers
- 12:15 PM3h35Swindon3:50 PMPreston$3311One-way2 transfers
- 4:14 PM3h37Swindon7:51 PMPreston$3311One-way2 transfers
- 8:12 AM3h38Swindon11:50 AMPreston$3311One-way2 transfers
- 10:11 AM3h39Swindon1:50 PMPreston$3311One-way2 transfers
- 11:12 AM3h39Swindon2:51 PMPreston$3311One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Swindon to Preston
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Swindon to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $122.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$123 Average price | $48 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 3h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Swindon to Preston:
A bus is $74 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Swindon to Preston costing on average $123 (€100).
Other travel options to Preston take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 5m.
Tickets start at around $123 (€100) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-55.12 (€-45.16). The journey takes 3h 40m versus 3h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Swindon to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Swindon to Preston trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:36 AM Swindon | 9h14 | 9:50 AM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 6:32 AM Swindon | 4h18 | 10:50 AM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 8:12 AM Swindon | 3h38 | 11:50 AM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 9:10 AM Swindon | 3h40 | 12:50 PM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 10:11 AM Swindon | 3h39 | 1:50 PM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 11:12 AM Swindon | 3h39 | 2:51 PM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 12:15 PM Swindon | 3h35 | 3:50 PM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 1:10 PM Swindon | 3h40 | 4:50 PM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 2:12 PM Swindon | 3h40 | 5:52 PM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 3:10 PM Swindon | 3h40 | 6:50 PM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 4:14 PM Swindon | 3h37 | 7:51 PM Preston | 2 transfers | |
| 4:40 PM Swindon | 4h10 | 8:50 PM Preston | 2 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Swindon to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Swindon to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $122 (€100) but you can travel from only $39 (€32) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average train duration 3h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $122 (€100) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 40m |
First train 5:32 AM |
Last train 8:01 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Great Western Railway (GWR) from Swindon to Preston trainsGreat Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Swindon and Preston from $39 (€32). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Trains from Swindon to Preston
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Swindon 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 Swindon to Preston
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Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 20:30 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 08:00 - 20:30
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- 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 subway and the lifts via the main entrance subway
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Accessible low-level Pay Phone is available at the station main concourse. Please request staff assistance if you need to
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accessible ticket machines are located at the station entrance 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: Accessible toilets are located on Platform 1 and 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Front of station, short stay car park and platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Drop off Station Approach / Pick Up Front of the station (Small Ops both drop/pick up on Station Approach)
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LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information 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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