Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) train with Avanti West Coast

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE)

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£18

Average price

£18

Fastest journey

57 m

Average duration

57 m

Trains per day

1

Distance

101 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £18.

Fast trains

Of the 1 trains that leave Penrith station (PNR) for Preston station (PRE) 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 101 km distance in an average of 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 57 m .

The slowest trains will take 57 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.

TransPennine Express
20:470h57
Penrith station (PNR)
21:44Preston station (PRE)
£181One-way
0 changes

Live departures

Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) train times

Showing trains for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 03:14
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
avanti_west_coastW09776
On time
08:01 Penrith station (PNR)
0h57
08:58 Preston station (PRE)		0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coastW10455
On time
08:23 Penrith station (PNR)
0h52
09:15 Preston station (PRE)		0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26573
On time
08:50 Penrith station (PNR)
0h57
09:47 Preston station (PRE)		0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC27157
On time
09:40 Penrith station (PNR)
1h00
10:40 Preston station (PRE)		0 changesdirect
transpennine_expressC26570
On time
09:47 Penrith station (PNR)
0h57
10:44 Preston station (PRE)		0 changesdirect
avanti_west_coastW09780
On time
10:03 Penrith station (PNR)
0h53
10:56 Preston station (PRE)		0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE)

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Trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) run on average 7 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
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
Distance
101 km
Average train duration
56m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
7
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
52m
First train
07:01
Last train
17:08
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

Train companies: Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) trainsAvanti West Coast, TransPennine Express trains will get you between Penrith station (PNR) and Preston station (PRE) from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Avanti West Coast

About
Avanti West Coast is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates high-speed trains between London and major cities in the UK, including Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and Edinburgh. The company offers a range of ticket types, including Standard, First Class and Advance tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drinks. The most popular routes for Avanti West Coast are London to Birmingham, London to Manchester and London to Glasgow. The company operates a fleet of Pendolino and Super Voyager trains, which offer a smooth and comfortable journey.
Learn more about Avanti West Coast
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
52m
Cheapest Price
£7
Avanti West Coast frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage and 1 small item included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies depend on ticket type
Refund
Full refund if train cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
First Class: Complimentary meals and drinks. Standard Class: Onboard shop with drinks and snacks
Seat reservation
First Class: Included in ticket price. Standard Class: Optional reservation for £8-12
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance for boarding/alighting available
Pets
Small pets free in carriers. Dogs £30 per single journey. Guide dogs free
Quiet zone

TransPennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Learn more about TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
57m
Cheapest Price
£8
TransPennine Express frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

FAQs: Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) train

FAQs: Travel by train from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) 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 Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE).
FAQs
Booking trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The cost of a train ticket from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £11.
The cheapest way to get from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) is by train, costing approximately £6.
Yes, there is a direct train between Penrith station (PNR) and Preston station (PRE). The service operates 7 times per day, provided by Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE).
Yes, you can take the train from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE).
To travel from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE), you can take a train.
The train distance from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) is 101 km.
The train journey from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) covers a distance of 101 km and takes approximately 52m. Trains run 7 per day.
The first train from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) leaves at 7:01.
The last train from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) departs at 17:08.
Trains from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE) run approximately 7 times per day.
There is no night train service from Penrith station (PNR) to Preston station (PRE).

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Important Stations and Airports in Penrith station (PNR) and Preston station (PRE)

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The major train station for departures in Penrith is Penrith. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Penrith for your trip from Penrith to Preston.
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information
address
Address
Penrith (North Lakes) station, Ullswater Road, Penrith, Cumbria, CA11 7JQ
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 19:00 Saturday 05:30 - 19:00 Sunday 11:30 - 19:00 Advance purchase tickets are available between 09:10 and 16:30 Monday at Saturday and from 08:00 to 16:30 on a Sunday
Parking
Parking
  • Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Staff help available: Yes
  • Step free access coverage: Yes
  • Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform
  • Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
  • 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
WC
WC
  • Toilets Location: The National key toilets are located on Platform 1; these toilets are operated by a radar key.
  • National key toilets: Yes
  • Baby changing facilities: Yes
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • Storage sheltered: Yes
  • Storage location: Platform 1
  • Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Penrith
  • Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement coach services can be found at the front of the station.

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