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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Horwich to Preston
Cheapest price
£6
Average price
£6
Fastest journey
26 m
Average duration
26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
21 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Horwich to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Horwich to Preston will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
Of the 1 trains that leave Horwich 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 21 km distance in an average of 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 26 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.
10:300h26Horwich10:56Preston£61One-way0 changes
- 10:300h26Horwich10:56Preston£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Horwich to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Horwich to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £7.
Distance: 21 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £7 Average Price |
57m Average total duration Fastest 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration 1h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Horwich to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Horwich to Preston trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 27 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 Horwich | 0h26 | 10:56 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Horwich to Preston
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Trains from Horwich to Preston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:32, the last at 23:49. The fastest train covers the 21 km distance in 26m.
Distance 21 km |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 26m |
First train 0:32 |
Last train 23:49 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Horwich to Preston trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Horwich and Preston from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Horwich to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Horwich 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 Horwich and Preston
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:20 - 19:35 Saturday 06:20 - 19:35 Sunday Closed
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Scooter Friendly Station - Step free access to all platforms. Tactile Paving available full length of both platform 1 and 2. White and Yellow Lining visible on both platform surfaces.
- 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: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Opposite the station entrance for buses to Horwich or Leigh. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will set down and pick up from outside the station entrance.
- Metro: GMPTE 0161 228 7811
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost 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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