4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oldham to Preston
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
1 h 33 m
Average duration
1 h 33 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oldham to Preston is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oldham to Preston will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £9.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oldham 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 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 33 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 33 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.
17:551h33Oldham19:28Preston£91One-way0 changes
- 17:551h33Oldham19:28Preston£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Oldham to Preston
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oldham to Preston among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 1h 0m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £9.
Distance: 47 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£10 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 32m Average total duration 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Oldham to Preston train times
The table below shows live departures for Oldham to Preston trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:55 Oldham | 1h33 | 19:28 Preston | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oldham to Preston
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Trains from Oldham to Preston run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:23, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 47 km distance in 1h 31m.
Distance 47 km |
Average train duration 1h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 18 |
Fastest train 1h 31m |
First train 5:23 |
Last train 23:28 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Northern Rail from Oldham to Preston trainsNorthern Rail trains will get you between Oldham and Preston from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Oldham to Preston train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oldham 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 Oldham and Preston
Most Oldham to Preston trains use the Mills Hill to Preston station pair. Use this guide to compare Oldham and Preston train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains from Oldham arrive at?
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Preston train station facilities and services
Preston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Rise, The Olive Tree Brasserie, Turtle Bay
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Preston. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Preston. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Preston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Preston: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Preston: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Holiday Inn Express Preston - South, Delta Hotels Preston, Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel.
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