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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE)
Cheapest price on 17 Sept
£2
Average ticket price on 17 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 17 Sept
22 m
Average journey duration on 17 Sept
22 m
Trains on 17 Sept
28
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Blackpool North (BPN) 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 Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE) will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £2.
On Thu 17 Sept, we found 28 trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE), including 28 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 24 km distance in an average of 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 22 m .
The slowest trains will take 22 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.
G8897611:190h23Blackpool North (BPN)11:42Preston station (PRE)£21One-way0 changes- G8984710:540h24Blackpool North (BPN)11:18Preston station (PRE)£21One-way0 changes
- G898369:250h25Blackpool North (BPN)9:50Preston station (PRE)£21One-way0 changes
- G8897110:190h23Blackpool North (BPN)10:42Preston station (PRE)£21One-way0 changes
- G898338:540h24Blackpool North (BPN)9:18Preston station (PRE)£21One-way0 changes
- G8917110:050h22Blackpool North (BPN)10:27Preston station (PRE)£51One-way0 changes
- G8915611:050h22Blackpool North (BPN)11:27Preston station (PRE)£51One-way0 changes
- G8915015:050h22Blackpool North (BPN)15:27Preston station (PRE)£51One-way0 changes
- G891659:050h22Blackpool North (BPN)9:27Preston station (PRE)£51One-way0 changes
- G853598:040h22Blackpool North (BPN)8:26Preston station (PRE)£21One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, while a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 24 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£6 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
54m Average total duration Fastest 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 5m Average total duration 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE):
A train is £0.91 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE) costing on average £7.
Other travel options to Preston station (PRE) take longer:
Coach takes on average 35m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (24m by train vs 40m by car). Tickets start at around £6 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Northern Rail.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE) train times
The table below shows live departures for Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE) trains for today, Wednesday 16 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| G89832 | On time 18:22 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h25 | 18:47 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89834 | On time 18:58 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h24 | 19:22 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89167 | 19:05 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 19:27 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89018 | On time 19:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 19:41 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89838 | On time 19:22 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h25 | 19:47 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89841 | 19:58 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h24 | 20:22 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89173 | On time 20:05 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 20:27 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89024 | On time 20:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 20:41 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89178 | On time 21:09 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 21:31 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89031 | On time 21:18 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 21:40 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89852 | On time 21:21 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h26 | 21:47 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89671 | 21:56 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h24 | 22:20 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88947 | On time 22:02 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 22:24 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G85500 | On time 22:20 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 22:42 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 17 September | |||||
| G85359 | 8:04 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 8:26 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88963 | 8:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h23 | 8:42 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89831 | 8:23 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h26 | 8:49 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89833 | 8:54 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h24 | 9:18 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89165 | 9:05 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 9:27 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88967 | 9:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h23 | 9:42 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89836 | 9:25 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h25 | 9:50 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89839 | 9:54 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h24 | 10:18 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89171 | 10:05 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 10:27 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88971 | 10:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h23 | 10:42 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89843 | 10:25 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h25 | 10:50 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89847 | 10:54 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h24 | 11:18 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89156 | 11:05 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 11:27 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88976 | 11:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h23 | 11:42 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89850 | 11:24 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h25 | 11:49 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89854 | 11:54 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h25 | 12:19 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89150 | 15:05 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 15:27 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G88998 | 15:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h23 | 15:42 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89819 | 15:23 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h26 | 15:49 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89821 | 15:54 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h24 | 16:18 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89149 | 16:05 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 16:27 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89003 | 16:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h23 | 16:42 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89155 | 17:05 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 17:27 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89007 | 17:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 17:41 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89827 | 17:22 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h25 | 17:47 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89830 | 17:56 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h24 | 18:20 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89161 | 18:05 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 18:27 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| C31716 | 18:19 Blackpool North (BPN) | 0h22 | 18:41 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE)
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Trains from Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE) run on average 10 times per day, taking around 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:59, the last at 21:20. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 22m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 22m |
First train 3:59 |
Last train 21:20 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE) trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Blackpool North (BPN) and Preston station (PRE) from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Blackpool North (BPN) 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Blackpool North (BPN) and Preston station (PRE)
Most Blackpool North (BPN) to Preston station (PRE) trains use the Blackpool North to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Blackpool North (BPN) and Preston station (PRE) train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Blackpool North from Blackpool city centre
Blackpool North train station facilities and services
Blackpool North has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Blackpool North.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Blackpool North.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Blackpool North: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Blackpool North: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Blackpool North: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Access to station front down 30 metre ramp from Talbot Road, 10 metre ramp or 9 steps from Springfield Road or 16 steps from High Street. Level access from station front onto concourse then through wide doors onto all platforms. There is a dropped kerb access to the station entrance from the Blue Badge car parking spaces, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards Located Just inside concourse on right hand side, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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