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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE)
Cheapest price
£217
Average price
£224
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
297 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) will cost around £224 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £217.
To travel from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) you need to make at least one change.
Travel Information
Compare train for Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) 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 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £36, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 297 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£64 Average Price | £42 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 48m Average total duration Fastest 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 28m Average total duration 12h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) trains for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08:48 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 4h02 | 12:50 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| 09:49 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 4h01 | 13:50 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 20 December | |||||
| 05:47 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 4h03 | 09:50 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| 06:49 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 4h02 | 10:51 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| 07:49 Basingstoke station (BSK) | 4h01 | 11:50 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE)
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Trains from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £32 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:49, the last at 18:00. The fastest train covers the 297 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 297 km |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £32 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 04:49 |
Last train 18:00 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Basingstoke station (BSK) and Preston station (PRE) from £32. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basingstoke station (BSK) to Preston station (PRE) 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 station (PRE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Important Stations and Airports in Basingstoke station (BSK) and Preston station (PRE)
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- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:30 Saturday 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday 07:00 - 21:30
- Car Park: Premium
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. This station has step-free access to all platforms via lifts from the main entrance. The rear entrance has level access to Platforms 4 and 5 (and to other platforms via lifts) but is only open Monday-Friday 0600 until 1000 and from 1500 until 2345 (closed at weekends) - outside these times a stepped subway must be used. The alternative step-free route from the rear to the main entrance via the street is approximately 380m and includes missing dropped kerbs and sections of route without a pavement. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on all the platforms. The National key toilets are located on Platform 1, Platforms 2/3 and Platform 4; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from station staff upon request. A 'National Key Scheme' key [RADAR] can be purchased by contacting the following. Address: 12 City Forum, 250 City Road, London, EC1V 8AF. Tel: 020 7250 3222. Minicom: 020 7250 4119. Fax: 020 7250 0212. Email: [email protected]
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Waiting rooms location: All platforms
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Car park and platform 4
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station Forecourt, off Alencon Link
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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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