The cheapest and fastest trains from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE)
Cheapest price
£169
Average price
£203
Fastest journey
5 h 10 m
Average duration
5 h 11 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
288 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) will cost around £203 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £169.
To travel from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) you need to make at least 2 changes.
10:255h13Stansted Airport15:38Preston station (PRE)£1691One-way3 changes
6:185h20Stansted Airport11:38Preston station (PRE)£1811One-way2 changes
7:285h10Stansted Airport12:38Preston station (PRE)£1811One-way2 changes
8:285h10Stansted Airport13:38Preston station (PRE)£1811One-way2 changes
9:255h13Stansted Airport14:38Preston station (PRE)£1811One-way2 changes
7:285h10Stansted Airport12:38Preston station (PRE)£2311One-way3 changes
7:285h10Stansted Airport12:38Preston station (PRE)£1811One-way2 changes
8:285h10Stansted Airport13:38Preston station (PRE)£2311One-way3 changes
8:285h10Stansted Airport13:38Preston station (PRE)£1811One-way2 changes
9:255h13Stansted Airport14:38Preston station (PRE)£2311One-way3 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE)
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 42m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £39, and a train costs an average of £45.
Distance: 288 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£64 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 23m Average total duration 8h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) train times
The table below shows live departures for London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) trains for tomorrow, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:18 Stansted Airport | 5h20 | 11:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 6:18 Stansted Airport | 5h20 | 11:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 7:28 Stansted Airport | 5h10 | 12:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 7:28 Stansted Airport | 5h10 | 12:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 8:28 Stansted Airport | 5h10 | 13:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 8:28 Stansted Airport | 5h10 | 13:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 9:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 14:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 9:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 14:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 10:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 15:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 10:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 15:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 11:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 16:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 11:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 16:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 12:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 17:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 12:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 17:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 13:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 18:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 13:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 18:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 14:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 19:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 14:25 Stansted Airport | 5h13 | 19:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
![]() | 16:24 Stansted Airport | 5h14 | 21:38 Preston station (PRE) | 3 changes | |
![]() | 16:24 Stansted Airport | 5h14 | 21:38 Preston station (PRE) | 2 changes | |
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Compare prices and tickets London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) by train or coach
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Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Cross Country to find the best option for your trip from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE).
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE).
Journey information
Overview: Train from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE)
Trains from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £45 but you can travel from only £39 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 10:25. The fastest train covers the 288 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 288 km |
Average train duration 3h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £45 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 7:15 |
Last train 10:25 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Cross Country from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) trainsAvanti West Coast, Cross Country trains will get you between London Stansted Airport and Preston station (PRE) from £39. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from London Stansted Airport to Preston station (PRE) 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 station (PRE), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in London Stansted Airport and Preston station (PRE)
- 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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