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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lancaster to Preston
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£8
Fastest journey
17 m
Average duration
19 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
34 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lancaster to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lancaster to Preston will cost around £8 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £5.
Of the 4 trains that leave Lancaster for Preston every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 34 km distance in an average of 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 20 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.
18:340h20Lancaster18:54Preston£51One-way0 changes
9:310h19Lancaster9:50Preston£91One-way0 changes- 8:310h19Lancaster8:50Preston£91One-way0 changes
13:410h17Lancaster13:58Preston£91One-way0 changes
- 13:410h17Lancaster13:58Preston£91One-way0 changes
- 9:310h19Lancaster9:50Preston£91One-way0 changes
- 8:310h19Lancaster8:50Preston£91One-way0 changes
- 18:340h20Lancaster18:54Preston£51One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lancaster to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lancaster to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £2. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 18m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £2, and a coach costs an average of £9.
Distance: 34 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price |
48m Average total duration Fastest 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 13m Average total duration 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Lancaster to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Lancaster to Preston trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W84896 | On time 8:28 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0h18 | 8:46 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34181 | On time 8:41 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0h17 | 8:58 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| G89882 | On time 8:48 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0h18 | 9:06 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34265 | On time 8:59 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0h17 | 9:16 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W84899 | On time 9:29 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0h18 | 9:47 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
| W34028 | On time 9:40 Lancaster station (LAN) | 0h17 | 9:57 Preston station (PRE) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lancaster to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lancaster to Preston run on average 8 times per day, taking around 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £2 if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:13, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 34 km distance in 17m.
Distance 34 km |
Average train duration 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £2 |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 17m |
First train 5:13 |
Last train 23:26 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: Transpennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail from Lancaster to Preston trainsTranspennine Express, Avanti West Coast, Northern Rail trains will get you between Lancaster and Preston from £2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lancaster to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lancaster 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 Lancaster and Preston
Most Lancaster to Preston trains use the Lancaster to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Lancaster and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lancaster station do trains to Preston leave from?
Getting to Lancaster from Lancaster city centre
Lancaster is 2 km from Lancaster city centre. Public transport options include:
Lancaster train station facilities and services
Lancaster has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lancaster.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lancaster. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lancaster: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lancaster: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lancaster: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform Lifts to All Platforms, accessible via taking the right hand entrance to the over bridge from the ticket office, 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.
Which Preston station do trains from Lancaster arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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