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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Maidenhead to Preston
Cheapest price
£100
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
4 h 18 m
Average duration
4 h 18 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maidenhead to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maidenhead to Preston will cost around £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £100.
Of the 1 trains that leave Maidenhead 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 284 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.
10:344h18Maidenhead14:52Preston£1001One-way0 changes
- 10:344h18Maidenhead14:52Preston£1001One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Maidenhead to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maidenhead to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £100. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £100, and a flight costs an average of £116.
Distance: 284 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£101 Average Price Cheapest | £157 Average Price |
3h 52m Average total duration 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Maidenhead to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Maidenhead to Preston 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:34 Maidenhead | 4h18 | 14:52 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Maidenhead to Preston trains with Omio?
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 CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Maidenhead to Preston.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line (TfL) or Great Western Railway (GWR) to find the best option for your trip from Maidenhead to Preston.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and flight to find the ideal travel option from Maidenhead to Preston.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Maidenhead to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Maidenhead to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £100 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 02:37, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 4h 7m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £100 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 7m |
First train 2:37 |
Last train 20:25 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 42 days |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) from Maidenhead to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast, CrossCountry, Elizabeth Line (TfL), Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Maidenhead and Preston from £100. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
CrossCountry
Elizabeth Line (TfL)
Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Maidenhead to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maidenhead 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 Maidenhead and Preston
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
Accessibility
WC
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:00 - 21:00 Saturday 06:45 - 21:00 Sunday 07:00 - 21:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations are only sold between 10:00 and 17:00
- Type of shops available: WHSmith
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step-free category B1 station - this station has a degree of step-free access to the platforms. Platforms 2 to 5 are accessed via the lifts from the subway. Platform 1 is only step free accessible via the Shoppenhangers Road Car Park
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Yes
- Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available. Please request staff assistance
- 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
- Toilets Location: Platform 4
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Baby changing facilities location: Accessible WC on platform 4
- Waiting rooms location: Platform 4
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Shoppenhangers Lane, front of Station and side of station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Station forecourt
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
HotelLost 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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