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Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre
The town’s main museum covering archaeology, local history and fishing heritage, with family-friendly galleries and changing exhibitions.
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Compare train for Preston to Grimsby
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Grimsby among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £74 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £74, while a train costs an average of £74.
Distance: 175 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£74 Average Price Cheapest | £35 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Preston to Grimsby is a train with an average price of £74.
The fastest way to travel from Preston to Grimsby is by train with an average journey time of 4h 16m.
Yes, you can take a train between Preston and Grimsby.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £74 compared to roughly £35 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-38.86. The journey takes 4h 16m versus 2h 38m 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Grimsby
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Trains from Preston to Grimsby run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £71 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:12, the last at 20:34. The fastest train covers the 175 km distance in 3h 30m.
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 175 km |
Average train duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £71 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 30m |
First train 5:12 |
Last train 20:34 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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: TransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited from Preston to Grimsby trainsTransPennine Express, Northern Trains Limited trains will get you between Preston and Grimsby from £71. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
TransPennine Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average TransPennine Express Duration
3h 35m
Cheapest TransPennine Express Price
£71
TransPennine Express frequency
3 a day
Northern Trains Limited
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Trains Limited Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Northern Trains Limited Price
£74
Northern Trains Limited frequency
11 a day
Complete guide to Grimsby
Things to do in Grimsby
Discover the best of Grimsby — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Grimsby trip today.
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Lightship
An atmospheric lightship museum in Alexandra Dock. It offers a rare look inside a working navigational vessel used off the Humber coast.
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Ross Tiger Heritage Trawler
A heritage vessel open as a museum experience, with preserved cabins and equipment that reveal everyday work aboard a fishing trawler.
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People's Park
A central green space with formal gardens, monuments and a boating lake. It is popular for relaxing walks near the town centre.
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Cleethorpes Seafront
A broad sandy seafront nearby with promenades, gardens and traditional seaside atmosphere. Ideal for walking and coastal views.
Riverhead Square
The regenerated waterfront quarter with shops, leisure venues and marina views. It is a pleasant modern area for an easy walk.
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Smoked Haddock
Smoked haddock from nearby Cleethorpes smokehouses, prized for its deep smoky flavour and long link to the area’s fishing and curing heritage.
Grimsby Fish And Chips
Classic fish and chips made with local white fish such as haddock or cod, reflecting Grimsby’s historic role as one of Britain’s great fishing ports.
Battered Haddock Or Cod
Lightly battered haddock or cod landed through Grimsby’s fish trade, commonly served in local chippies and valued for freshness and flaky texture.
Lucia
Smart Italian restaurant with pasta, seafood and steak options, suited to a more polished but still informal meal out.
Steels Cornerhouse Restaurant
Long-running casual seafood spot in nearby Cleethorpes, well known locally for fish and chips and easy seaside dining.
Papa's Fish & Chips
Popular local fish and chip restaurant known for fresh Grimsby fish and a straightforward, family-friendly setting near the town centre.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Hotels, meals and local transport are usually cheaper than in major UK tourist cities, though seaside peak dates can raise room rates.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a basic meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-25 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a coffee.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Cafes and pubs usually do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
Stagecoach Bus
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £3
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Grimsby Town -> Grimsby Town Centre
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Contactless payment is accepted on Stagecoach buses in Grimsby. Adult tickets are also available in the Stagecoach Bus app.
- For unlimited local bus travel, check whether a Grimsby DayRider or Grimsby DayRider Plus is better value for your route.
FAQs: Preston to Grimsby train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Grimsby 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 Grimsby, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Preston to Grimsby can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £71, while the average price tends to be around £74.
The train journey from Preston to Grimsby covers a distance of 175 km and takes approximately 3h 30m. Trains run 6 per day.
The train distance from Preston to Grimsby is 175 km.
The first train from Preston to Grimsby leaves at 5:12.
The last train from Preston to Grimsby departs at 20:34.
Trains from Preston to Grimsby run approximately 6 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston to Grimsby.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Preston to Grimsby.
To travel from Preston to Grimsby, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Preston to Grimsby.
The train station in Preston that goes to Grimsby is Preston station (PRE), and it arrives at Grimsby Town (GMB).
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Grimsby is by train, costing approximately £71.
Booking trains from Preston to Grimsby in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Preston to Grimsby offers a mix of urban and rural landscapes, featuring views of the Lancashire countryside, the industrial heartlands of Yorkshire, and glimpses of the Humber Estuary as you approach Grimsby.
A day trip from Preston to Grimsby is not feasible as the journey takes 3h 30m. However, there are 4 trains per day.
A visit to Grimsby typically requires two to three days to explore its key attractions, including the Fishing Heritage Centre, the scenic docks, and nearby Cleethorpes Beach.
Yes, you can take the train from Preston to Grimsby.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Grimsby
Most Preston to Grimsby trains use the Preston to Grimsby Town station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston and Grimsby train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Preston
Arrival train stations in Grimsby
Which Preston station do trains to Grimsby leave from?
Trains from Preston to Grimsby leave from Preston. The station is 1 km from Preston city centre at Fishergate, Preston PR1 8AP, United Kingdom.
PrestonFishergate, Preston PR1 8AP, United Kingdom+44 345 748 4950
City-centre transport
Getting to Preston from Preston city centre
Preston is 1 km from Preston city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus3, 2, 2A, 111, 111C · 13m · £8 · every ~36 min
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 Grimsby station do trains from Preston arrive at?
Trains from Preston to Grimsby arrive at Grimsby Town. Grimsby Town is 1 km from Grimsby city centre.
Grimsby TownGrimsby Town station, Station Approach, Grimsby, North East Lincolnshire, DN31 1LY+44 1895262122
City-centre transport
Getting to Grimsby Town from Grimsby city centre
Bus3, 4, 6, 9, 45 · 9m · £4 · every ~42 min
Grimsby Town train station facilities and services
Grimsby Town has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Grimsby Town.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Grimsby Town.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Grimsby Town.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Grimsby Town: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Grimsby Town: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Grimsby Town: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step free access is provided from the station entrance to all platforms. Lifts are used to provide level access to Platform 2. This station is partially staffed. The station staffing hours are: Monday to Saturday: 06:00 - 21:30 Sunday: 08:30 - 20:45 This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance throughout the station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Outside of staffed station hours, lifts are unavailable, and assistance to board and alight the train can be provided by the Conductor. The conductor is usually positioned at the rear of the train. Customers requiring the use of platform 2 or assistance to navigate through the station when the station is unstaffed are requested to contact the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay) to arrange alternative transport to the closest station where assistance can be provided, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, 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: No.
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