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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bournemouth to Preston
Cheapest price
£133
Average price
£136
Fastest journey
5 h 17 m
Average duration
5 h 41 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
343 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bournemouth to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bournemouth to Preston will cost around £136 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £133.
Of the 3 trains that leave Bournemouth for Preston every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 343 km distance in an average of 5 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 12 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Bournemouth to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Bournemouth to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a train costs an average of £80.
Distance: 343 km
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£128 Average Price | £52 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration 10h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bournemouth to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Bournemouth to Preston trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 18 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04:15 Bournemouth | 5h35 | 09:50 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:55 Bournemouth | 6h12 | 11:07 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| 09:22 Bournemouth | 5h17 | 14:39 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bournemouth to Preston
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Trains from Bournemouth to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £80 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 343 km distance in 5h 7m.
Distance 343 km |
Average train duration 4h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £80 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 7m |
First train 05:12 |
Last train 21:18 |
Train companies: CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, Cross Country from Bournemouth to Preston trainsCrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, South Western Railway, Cross Country trains will get you between Bournemouth and Preston from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bournemouth to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bournemouth 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.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bournemouth and Preston
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Dining
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Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:40 - 20:40 Saturday 05:40 - 20:40 Sunday 06:40 - 20:40
- Car Park: Premium
- Taxi: Yes
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B2 station. Level access to both sides of station from separate entrances. Long and steep ramped subway between platforms - up to 1:8 gradient Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial 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 both platforms. The National key toilets are located on both platforms; 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
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Southampton / Brockenhurst: Station entrance on Halfords side. To Poole: Station entrance on Asda side.
WifiParkingDiningLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike Rental- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:50 - 12:30 Saturday 07:50 - 13:40 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: To Bournemouth: Christchurch Road (A35) Bus Stop by Bell Inn To Christchurch: Christchurch Road (A35) lay by outside Station
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LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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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