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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness
Cheapest price
£9
Average price
£9
Fastest journey
2 h 56 m
Average duration
2 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
50 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness 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 Preston for Barrow-in-Furness 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 50 km distance in an average of 2 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 56 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.
5:152h56Preston8:11Barrow-in-Furness£91One-way0 changes
- 5:152h56Preston8:11Barrow-in-Furness£91One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Barrow-in-Furness
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £16.
Distance: 50 km
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1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston to Barrow-in-Furness train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Barrow-in-Furness trains for tomorrow, Saturday 18 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 5:15 Preston | 2h56 | 8:11 Barrow-in-Furness | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:58, the last at 23:11. The fastest train covers the 50 km distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 50 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 4:58 |
Last train 23:11 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness trainsNorthern Rail, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Barrow-in-Furness from £3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Preston to Barrow-in-Furness train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Barrow-in-Furness 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 Barrow-in-Furness, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Barrow-in-Furness
Most Preston to Barrow-in-Furness trains use the Preston to Barrow-in-Furness station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston and Barrow-in-Furness train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Barrow-in-Furness leave from?
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.
Which Barrow-in-Furness station do trains from Preston arrive at?
Getting to Barrow-in-Furness from Barrow-in-Furness city centre
Barrow-in-Furness is 1 km from Barrow-in-Furness city centre. Public transport options include:
Barrow-in-Furness train station facilities and services
Barrow-in-Furness has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Barrow-in-Furness.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Barrow-in-Furness: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Barrow-in-Furness: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access across the station using lifts provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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