The cheapest and fastest trains from East Grinstead to Preston
Cheapest price
£106
Average price
£106
Fastest journey
6 h 46 m
Average duration
6 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
347 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from East Grinstead to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from East Grinstead to Preston will cost around £106 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £106.
Of the 1 trains that leave East Grinstead 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 347 km distance in an average of 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 46 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 46 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
East Grinstead to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for East Grinstead to Preston trains for tomorrow, Sunday 28 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 04:07 East Grinstead | 6h46 | 10:53 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from East Grinstead to Preston
Trains from East Grinstead to Preston run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £87 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 19:36. The fastest train covers the 347 km distance in 4h 3m.
Distance 347 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £87 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 4h 3m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 19:36 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from East Grinstead to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between East Grinstead and Preston from £87. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: East Grinstead to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from East Grinstead 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 East Grinstead and Preston
- 6:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM Saturday
- Closed Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7 with access from Railway Approach.
- The Dorset Arms
- The Old Dunnings Mill
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- £0.30
- Crowne Plaza Felbridge
- The Grange Hotel
- Travelodge East Grinstead
- Located in the main concourse
- Located in the main concourse
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms 1-2 for train services
- Bus: Several local bus services available
- Taxi: Taxi rank outside the station
- 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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