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The cheapest and fastest trains from Norwich to Preston
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£55
Average price
£63
Fastest journey
5 h 42 m
Average duration
6 h 9 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
296 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Norwich to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Norwich to Preston will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £55.
Fast trains
Of the 2 trains that leave Norwich 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 296 km distance in an average of 6 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 36 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.
07:565h42
Norwich13:38Preston
£551One-way
0 changes
04:496h36
Norwich11:25Preston
£701One-way
0 changes
07:565h42
Norwich13:38Preston
£551One-way
0 changes
04:496h36
Norwich11:25Preston
£701One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Norwich to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Norwich to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £38. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, and a flight costs an average of £300.
Distance: 296 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£84 Average Price | £51 Average Price Cheapest | £495 Average Price |
5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 5h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 20m Average total duration 10h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 10m Average total duration 6h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Norwich to Preston train times
Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:06
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:56 Norwich | 5h42 | 13:38 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 6 November | |||||
| 04:49 Norwich | 6h36 | 11:25 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Norwich to Preston
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Trains from Norwich to Preston run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £55 but you can travel from only £38 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 5h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £55 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 05:25 |
Last train 20:01 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £38
Train companies: East Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains from Norwich to Preston trainsEast Midlands Trains, east_midlands_trains trains will get you between Norwich and Preston from £38. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
East Midlands Trains
About
East Midlands Trains is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from London to the East Midlands, Yorkshire, and the North West. East Midlands Trains operates a fleet of Class 158, Class 156, Class 170, Class 222 and Class 180 diesel multiple units, as well as Class 222 Meridian electric multiple units. East Midlands Trains also offers a range of ticket types, including Advance, Anytime, and Off-Peak tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for East Midlands Trains are London to Nottingham, Sheffield, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 29m
Cheapest Price
£61
East Midlands Trains frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 piece of hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks on some routes
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available for a fee. Free for Advance ticket holders
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free. Dogs must be on lead and require a ticket (£6 for day ticket)
Quiet zone
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 4m
Cheapest Price
£180
east_midlands_trains frequency
16 a day
FAQs: Norwich to Preston train
FAQs: Travel by train from Norwich 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 Norwich to Preston.
The train distance from Norwich to Preston is 296 km.
The train journey from Norwich to Preston covers a distance of 296 km and takes approximately 5h 29m. Trains run 5 per day.
Booking trains from Norwich to Preston in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The first train from Norwich to Preston leaves at 5:25.
The cost of a train ticket from Norwich to Preston can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £55, while the average price tends to be around £84.
The last train from Norwich to Preston departs at 20:01.
The cheapest way to get from Norwich to Preston is by coach, costing approximately £38.
Trains from Norwich to Preston run approximately 5 times per day.
To get from Norwich to Preston, you can choose from several travel options including coach, train and flight.
Yes, there is a high-speed train service from Norwich to Preston.
The train station in Norwich that goes to Preston is Norwich station (NRW), and it arrives at Preston station (PRE).
Yes, you can take the train from Norwich to Preston.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Norwich to Preston.
There is no night train service from Norwich to Preston.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Norwich and Preston
Norwich
Preston
The major train station for departures in Norwich is Norwich. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Norwich for your trip from Norwich to Preston.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Shopping
Parking
Dining
ATM
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Information Deskinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 04:45 - 20:45 Saturday 04:45 - 20:45 Sunday 06:45 - 20:45
Shopping
- Type of shops available: News agent Mini supermarket Passport Photo Booth
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Details of nearest taxis are shown on station information poster
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Ticket machines are located in the ticket hall and on the station concourse.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
WC
- Toilets Location: All toilets are located on the concourse including the accessible (radar key) toilet
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: On forecourt and within station
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Information Desk
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
Public transport options for Norwich
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport stop on station forecourt
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 Norwich.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
LockersParkingDiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
Car RentalInformation 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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