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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Braintree
Cheapest price
£208
Average price
£208
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
304 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Braintree is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Braintree will cost around £208 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £208.
To travel from Preston to Braintree you need to make at least 3 changes.
Travel Information
Compare train for Preston to Braintree
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Braintree among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £113. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £113, and a flight costs an average of £231.
Distance: 304 km
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Most popular Train | Flight |
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£114 Average Price Cheapest | £231 Average Price |
5h 15m Average total duration 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Preston to Braintree train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Braintree trains for tomorrow, Friday 6 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:33 Preston | 4h18 | 09:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 06:58 Preston | 3h53 | 10:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 09:01 Preston | 3h50 | 12:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 11:00 Preston | 3h51 | 14:51 Braintree | 3 changes | |
| 13:01 Preston | 3h50 | 16:51 Braintree | 3 changes |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Braintree
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Trains from Preston to Braintree run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £113 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 20:01. The fastest train covers the 304 km distance in 4h 33m.
Distance 304 km |
Average train duration 4h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £113 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 33m |
First train 05:38 |
Last train 20:01 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Braintree trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Braintree from £113. 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 Braintree train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Braintree 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 Braintree, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Braintree
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiParkingDiningAccessibilityWCLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation Desk- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 15:00 Saturday 05:45 - 13:05 Sunday 07:45 - 15:30
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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 toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
- Toilets Location: Accessible toilet available in the waiting room and accessed with a radar key. The toilets are only open during staffing hours
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Within station, forecourt and car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office
- Helpline Contact: 0800 028 28 78
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Substitute bus services stop at bus stop in the turning circle
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