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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Euston Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Euston Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Euston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Euston Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | Preston (Lancs), Rail Station | Euston Station | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Preston to London
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 3 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just £18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Preston and London?
London
- AEuston Railway Station B40 The Balcony, Eversholt St, London NW1 2DU, UK
- B7 York Way, London N1 9AA, UK
- CKing's Cross St. Pancras, Euston Rd, Kings Cross, London N1 9AL, UK
- DWaterloo Station Southbank, Station Approach, London SE1 8SW, UK
- E51-55 St Thomas St, London SE1 3QX, UK
- FMelcombe Pl, London NW1 6JJ, UK
Train Companies
Based on 42 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Avanti West Coast ticket prices on this trip start at £40
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Preston to London by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Preston to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Preston to London start from £40. The average price for this train route is around £97. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Preston to London?
The average train journey time from Preston to London is 2h 45m, covering a distance of 188 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 2h 10m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Preston to London route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 14 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Preston to London?
The earliest train from Preston to London departs at 07:00. And the latest train departs at 21:18.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Preston to London was searched and found on 2 Dec 2025 with a price of £56To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Preston to London as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £56 to £322 for a train ticket from Preston to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £56, which is on 2025-12-02.
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