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Compare coach, train and flight for Preston to Dunstable
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Dunstable among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £107.
Distance: 256 km
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£86 Average Price | £107 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Dunstable
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Trains from Preston to Dunstable run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £86 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:33, the last at 09:01. The fastest train covers the 256 km distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 256 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £86 |
Trains per day 19 |
Fastest train 3h 50m |
First train 05:33 |
Last train 09:01 |
Train companies: Avanti West Coast from Preston to Dunstable trainsAvanti West Coast trains will get you between Preston and Dunstable from £27. 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 Dunstable train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Dunstable 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 Dunstable, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Dunstable
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
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