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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cheltenham to Preston
Cheapest price
£90
Average price
£91
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cheltenham to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cheltenham to Preston will cost around £91 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £90.
Of the 2 trains that leave Cheltenham 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 212 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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 Cheltenham to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cheltenham to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £90.
Distance: 212 km
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£90 Average Price | £31 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Cheltenham to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Cheltenham to Preston trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 07:10 Cheltenham | 2h40 | 09:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 08:15 Cheltenham | 2h36 | 10:51 Preston | 1 change | |
| 09:15 Cheltenham | 2h35 | 11:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 10:15 Cheltenham | 2h35 | 12:50 Preston | 1 change | |
| 11:15 Cheltenham | 2h35 | 13:50 Preston | 1 change |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cheltenham to Preston
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Trains from Cheltenham to Preston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £90 but you can travel from only £26 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:25, the last at 20:15. The fastest train covers the 212 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 212 km |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £90 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:15 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from Cheltenham to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between Cheltenham 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: Cheltenham to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cheltenham 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cheltenham and Preston
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible from Queens Road.
- The Railway Inn
- The Coconut Tree
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- £0.50
- Queens Hotel Cheltenham
- DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cheltenham
- Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cheltenham
- Located near the main entrance
- 300 places, covered
- Located near the main entrance
- Free
- The station has a main concourse with ticketing facilities and waiting areas, with platforms accessible via lifts and stairs.
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation DeskLuggage 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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