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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Clitheroe
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£10
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 16 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 16 m
Trains on 18 Sept
6
Distance
24 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Clitheroe is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Clitheroe will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.
To travel from Preston to Clitheroe you need to make at least one change.
G89032 · P2405821:431h17Preston station (PRE)23:00Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change- G89025 · P2405420:441h16Preston station (PRE)22:00Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change
- G89003 · P2403616:441h16Preston station (PRE)18:00Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change
- G89007 · P2404017:431h18Preston station (PRE)19:01Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change
- G89018 · P2405019:441h16Preston station (PRE)21:00Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change
- G89025 · P2405420:441h16Preston station (PRE)22:00Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change
- G89003 · P2403616:441h16Preston station (PRE)18:00Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change
- G89018 · P2405019:441h16Preston station (PRE)21:00Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change
- C31716 · P2404618:441h16Preston station (PRE)20:00Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change
- G89032 · P2405821:431h17Preston station (PRE)23:00Clitheroe station (CLH)£101One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Clitheroe
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Clitheroe among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 12m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a train costs an average of £15.
Distance: 24 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£15 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest | £5 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 12m Average total duration Fastest 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 16m Average total duration 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Preston to Clitheroe:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Preston to Clitheroe costing on average £15.
Other travel options to Clitheroe take longer:
Coach takes on average 46m.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £5 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-10.24. The journey takes 42m versus 39m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Compare prices and tickets Preston to Clitheroe by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Clitheroe
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Trains from Preston to Clitheroe run on average 5 times per day, taking around 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 22:39. The fastest train covers the 24 km distance in 49m.
Distance 24 km |
Average train duration 42m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 49m |
First train 5:44 |
Last train 22:39 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: Northern Rail, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Clitheroe trainsNorthern Rail, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Clitheroe from £7. 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 Clitheroe train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Clitheroe
Most Preston to Clitheroe trains use the Preston to Clitheroe station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston and Clitheroe train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Preston station do trains to Clitheroe 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 Clitheroe station do trains from Preston arrive at?
Getting to Clitheroe from Clitheroe city centre
Clitheroe train station facilities and services
Clitheroe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Clitheroe.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Clitheroe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Clitheroe: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Clitheroe: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B station, Manchester platform: Level access via gate from station front. Hellifield platform: step free access via gentle slope from Kirkmoor Road and Gas House Lane, 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.
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