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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lincoln to Preston
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£21
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 50 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
156 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lincoln to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lincoln to Preston will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £21.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Lincoln 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 156 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 50 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.
10:483h50
Lincoln14:38Preston
£211One-way
0 changes
10:483h50
Lincoln14:38Preston
£211One-way
0 changes
Live departures
Lincoln to Preston train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 09:08
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:48 Lincoln | 3h50 | 16:38 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lincoln to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Lincoln to Preston run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £21 if you book in advance.
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
Distance 156 km |
Average train duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £21 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 20:19 |
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
Train companies: Northern Rail (3) from Lincoln to Preston trainsNorthern Rail (3) trains will get you between Lincoln and Preston from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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 50m
Cheapest Price
£21
Northern Rail (3) frequency
4 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: Lincoln to Preston train
FAQs: Travel by train from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to Preston.
The train distance from Lincoln to Preston is 156 km.
Booking trains from Lincoln to Preston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Lincoln to Preston covers a distance of 156 km and takes approximately 3h 13m. Trains run 4 per day.
The cost of a train ticket from Lincoln to Preston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £21, while the average price tends to be around £43.
The first train from Lincoln to Preston leaves at 5:44.
The cheapest way to get from Lincoln to Preston is by train, costing approximately £21.
The train station in Lincoln that goes to Preston is Lincoln Central (LCN), and it arrives at Preston station (PRE).
The last train from Lincoln to Preston departs at 20:19.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Lincoln to Preston.
Trains from Lincoln to Preston run approximately 4 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Lincoln to Preston.
To travel from Lincoln to Preston, you can take a train.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Lincoln to Preston.
There is no night train service from Lincoln to Preston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lincoln and Preston
Lincoln
Preston
The major train station for departures in Lincoln is Lincoln Central. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lincoln Central for your trip from Lincoln to Preston.
Amenities at train station
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rentalinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:00 - 19:30 Saturday 05:00 - 19:30 Sunday 10:30 - 21:30
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station. This station has step free access to all platforms. This station doesn't have tactile paving at the edges of the platforms.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: all cabs on station rank are wheelchair accessible
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Fastticket
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
WC
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 4. The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 3; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Female toilets
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Between station front and St Marys Church
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Lincoln Central
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Outside the front of the station.
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 Lincoln.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost 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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