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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Burton-on-Trent to Preston
Cheapest price
£26
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
128 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Burton-on-Trent to Preston will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
Of the 1 trains that leave Burton-on-Trent for Preston every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 128 km distance in an average of 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 30 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.
Live departures
Burton-on-Trent to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Burton-on-Trent to Preston trains for tomorrow, Saturday 17 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:20 Burton-on-Trent | 2h30 | 07:50 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Burton-on-Trent to Preston
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Trains from Burton-on-Trent to Preston run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 21:18. The fastest train covers the 128 km distance in 2h 29m.
Distance 128 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 29m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 21:18 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Burton-on-Trent to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Burton-on-Trent and Preston from £26. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Burton-on-Trent to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Burton-on-Trent 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 Burton-on-Trent and Preston
Parking
Dining
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WC
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:10 - 19:30 Saturday 06:10 - 19:30 Sunday 10:00 - 18:30 Festive Period Changes: Saturday 1st January 2021 07:00-19:30
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B This station has step free access to both platforms. There is a lift from the main station building onto the platforms then a short ramp with moderate gradient. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible taxis: Taxi number displayed on Useful Information Poster.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- 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 Platform 2. The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 2; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: on the platform under the bridge
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Hotel
Lost 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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