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The cheapest and fastest trains from Barking to Preston
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£101
Average price
£124
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 34 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
312 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Barking to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Barking to Preston will cost around £124 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £101.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Barking for Preston every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 312 km distance in an average of 3 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 45 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.
07:173h22
Barking10:39Preston
£1011One-way
0 changes
04:543h45
Barking08:39Preston
£1471One-way
0 changes
07:173h22
Barking10:39Preston
£1011One-way
0 changes
04:543h45
Barking08:39Preston
£1471One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Barking to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Barking to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £36. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £57.
Distance: 312 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£78 Average Price | £36 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration 6h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Barking to Preston train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 02:37
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:49 Barking | 3h50 | 08:39 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:54 Barking | 3h45 | 08:39 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Barking to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Barking to Preston run on average 2 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £36 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36
Distance 312 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 21:21 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £36
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Barking to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Barking and Preston from £36. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 22m
Cheapest Price
£57
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone
FAQs: Barking to Preston train
FAQs: Travel by train from Barking to Preston easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Barking to Preston.
To get from Barking to Preston, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
The train distance from Barking to Preston is 312 km.
Booking trains from Barking to Preston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Barking to Preston covers a distance of 312 km and takes approximately 3h 23m. Trains run 2 per day.
The first train from Barking to Preston leaves at 5:25.
The cost of a train ticket from Barking to Preston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £57, while the average price tends to be around £78.
The last train from Barking to Preston departs at 21:21.
The cheapest way to get from Barking to Preston is by coach, costing approximately £36.
The train station in Barking that goes to Preston is Barking station (BKG), and it arrives at Preston station (PRE).
Trains from Barking to Preston run approximately 2 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Barking to Preston.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Barking to Preston.
Yes, you can take the train from Barking to Preston.
There is no night train service from Barking to Preston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Barking and Preston
Barking
Preston
The major train station for departures in Barking is Barking. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Barking for your trip from Barking to Preston.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:15 - 23:00 Saturday 05:15 - 23:00 Sunday 06:45 - 10:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Jewellers, Florist and Dry Cleaners.
Parking
- Car Park: Vicarage Field Shopping Centre
Taxis
- Taxi: Outside entrance on Station Parade
- Accessible taxis: Yes
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Lift from Platform Level to Concourse Level on Platform 1. Please use the help point to call for staff assistance to/from street level. Use subways between other platforms to reach Platform 1.
- Accessible taxis: Yes
- 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
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Footbridge. The National key toilets are located on the Station Footbridge; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: On station footbridge. This can be accessed using a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Outside main entrance on Station Parade
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 03457 44 44 22
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
Public transport options for Barking
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: London Overground Rail Replacement buses: Eastbound towards Barking (terminating) at bus stop H in Station Parade. Westbound towards Walthamstow Central use bus stop K in Station Parade. c2c Rail Replacement buses outside the front of the station near KFC.
- Metro: District Line - Platforms 2 & 6 Hammersmith & City Line - Platforms 3/6 London Overground - Platforms 1/7 & 8 Please check departure screens prior to making your way to the platform
Barking Riverside
Amenities at train station
DiningATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingThe major train station for arrivals in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your journey to Preston from Barking.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transport options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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