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The cheapest and fastest trains from Durham to Preston
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£33
Average price
£69
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 33 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
135 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Durham to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Durham to Preston will cost around £69 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £33.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Durham 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 135 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
09:183h19
Durham12:37Preston
£331One-way
0 changes
04:513h47
Durham08:38Preston
£1061One-way
0 changes
09:183h19
Durham12:37Preston
£331One-way
0 changes
04:513h47
Durham08:38Preston
£1061One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Durham to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Durham to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a train costs an average of £104.
Distance: 135 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£104 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 37m Average total duration Fastest 3h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 16m Average total duration 8h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Durham to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Durham to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £104 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Distance 135 km |
Average train duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £104 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 19m |
First train 00:05 |
Last train 21:14 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £28
Train companies: TransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) from Durham to Preston trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Rail (3) trains will get you between Durham and Preston from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest Price
£106
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
£30
Northern Rail (3) frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
FAQs: Durham to Preston train
FAQs: Travel by train from Durham to Preston easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Durham to Preston.
Booking trains from Durham to Preston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To get from Durham to Preston, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
The cost of a train ticket from Durham to Preston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £104, while the average price tends to be around £104.
The cheapest way to get from Durham to Preston is by coach, costing approximately £28.
The train station in Durham that goes to Preston is Durham station (DHM), and it arrives at Preston station (PRE).
The train distance from Durham to Preston is 135 km.
The train journey from Durham to Preston covers a distance of 135 km and takes approximately 3h 19m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Durham to Preston leaves at 0:05.
The last train from Durham to Preston departs at 21:14.
Trains from Durham to Preston run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Durham to Preston.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Durham to Preston.
Yes, you can take the train from Durham to Preston.
There is no night train service from Durham to Preston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Durham and Preston
Durham
Preston
The major train station for departures in Durham is Durham. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Durham for your trip from Durham to Preston.
Amenities at train station
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 18:00 Saturday 07:00 - 17:00 Sunday 09:00 - 16:00
Parking
- Car Park: Short stay
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Concourse of 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 the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on both platforms; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Points on both platforms.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Lounge
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms Waiting Room Platform 1 opening hours Monday to Saturday - 04:00 - 22:00 Sunday 08:00 - 22:00 Platform 2 opening hours Monday to Saturday 05:30 - 20:00 Sunday 09:00 - 20:00
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: North end of Platforms 1 and 2
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Durham
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off in the station car park.
The major train station for arrivals in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your journey to Preston from Durham.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transport options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
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