4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Newcastle to Preston
Cheapest price
£69
Average price
£80
Fastest journey
2 h 53 m
Average duration
4 h 1 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
152 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newcastle to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newcastle to Preston will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £69.
Of the 3 trains that leave Newcastle for Preston every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 152 km distance in an average of 4 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 2 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.
10:015h02Newcastle15:03Preston£691One-way0 changes- 8:014h09Newcastle12:10Preston£691One-way0 changes
13:042h53Newcastle15:57Preston£1031One-way0 changes
- 13:042h53Newcastle15:57Preston£1031One-way0 changes
- 8:014h09Newcastle12:10Preston£691One-way0 changes
- 10:015h02Newcastle15:03Preston£691One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Newcastle to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Newcastle to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £252.
Distance: 152 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£74 Average Price | £26 Average Price Cheapest | £331 Average Price |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 3h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 41m Average total duration 5h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 31m Average total duration 7h 31m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Newcastle to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Newcastle to Preston trains for today, Saturday 30 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C31754+W84900 | On time 8:01 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h44 | 10:45 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
C31911+ S77862 | On time 8:26 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h48 | 11:14 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| C31768+W84906 | On time 9:52 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h53 | 12:45 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
| C31920+S77861 | On time 10:26 Newcastle station (NCL) | 2h49 | 13:15 Preston station (PRE) | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newcastle to Preston
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Newcastle to Preston run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:00, the last at 22:52. The fastest train covers the 152 km distance in 2h 48m.
Distance 152 km |
Average train duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 2h 48m |
First train 3:00 |
Last train 22:52 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Transpennine Express from Newcastle to Preston trainsNorthern Rail, Transpennine Express trains will get you between Newcastle and Preston from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Newcastle to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newcastle 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 Newcastle and Preston
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Free Wi-Fi available in the station.
- Type of shops available: WH Smith, Boots, Sainsbury, Costa, Cafe Nero, Pumpkin Cafe, AMT Coffee,.Greggs, Centurion,Destination 1850 and M&S
- Car Park: Short stay
- Caffè Nero
- Costa Coffee
- Pumpkin Cafe Shop
- AMT Coffee
- Burger King
- The Centurion
- Destination 1850
- Pasta Station
- Taxi: Newcastle is a large station, taxis are available 24/7 from the station taxi rank.
- Step-free access throughout station, elevators, accessible ticket machine, wheelchairs available.
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on Platform 3, Platform 4 and Platform 12. The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a RADAR key. A RADAR key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platform 3/4.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The National key toilets are located on Platforms 3 and 4, and a changing places toilet is available on Platform 12; these toilets are operated by a radar key. A radar key is available from the Customer Information Point (located on the Main Concourse), Station Management Centre (located on the Main Concourse) or from station staff on Platforms 3/4.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- The County Hotel, Newcastle
- Hampton by Hilton Newcastle
- Royal Station Hotel
- Waiting rooms location: This station has heated waiting rooms available. Seating is available at an accessible height in the waiting room and on platforms
- Mon - Sat: 05:00 - 21:20
- Sun: 07:30 - 21:20
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Platform 12 at the south end of the station and outside the Station Management Centre at the north end of the station.
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information desk is available in the main station building on the concourse.
- Metro lines: Green, Yellow
- Bus lines: 1, 8, 10, 11, 12, 12A, 22, 22X, 30, 31, 38, 131
- Train lines: LNER, CrossCountry, TransPennine Express, Northern
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail Replacement Coaches leave from the front of the station.
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation 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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