The cheapest and fastest trains from Newton-le-Willows to Preston
Cheapest price
£17
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
56 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
36 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Newton-le-Willows to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Newton-le-Willows to Preston will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
Of the 2 trains that leave Newton-le-Willows for Preston every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 36 km distance in an average of 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 10 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.




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Journey information
Overview: Train from Newton-le-Willows to Preston
Trains from Newton-le-Willows to Preston run on average 3 times per day, taking around 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:30, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 36 km distance in 1h 10m.
Distance 36 km |
Average train duration 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 3 |
Fastest train 1h 10m |
First train 05:30 |
Last train 22:46 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Newton-le-Willows to Preston trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Newton-le-Willows and Preston from £17. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Avanti West Coast
FAQs: Newton-le-Willows to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Newton-le-Willows 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 Newton-le-Willows and Preston
- Opening hours: Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday 06:00 - 23:55 Sunday 08:30 - 00:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - Station Lifts available
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Onward travel information: Bus Interchange at front of station. Busline 0871 200 2233
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Bus interchange outside the booking office on Alfred Street
- 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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