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The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Harrogate
Showing times and prices for 06 Nov
Cheapest price
£31
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 49 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
81 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston to Harrogate is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston to Harrogate will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £31.
Fast trains
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston for Harrogate 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 81 km distance in an average of 2 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 49 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 49 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.
09:442h49
Preston12:33Harrogate
£311One-way
0 changes
09:442h49
Preston12:33Harrogate
£311One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Preston to Harrogate
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston to Harrogate among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 16m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, and a coach costs an average of £21.
Distance: 81 km
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£16 Average Price Cheapest | £21 Average Price |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston to Harrogate
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Preston to Harrogate run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
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 81 km |
Average train duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 05:44 |
Last train 23:19 |
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: Northern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express from Preston to Harrogate trainsNorthern Rail (3), first_transpennine_express trains will get you between Preston and Harrogate from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Northern Rail (3)
About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Price
£10
Northern Rail (3) frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone
first_transpennine_express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 35m
Cheapest Price
£63
first_transpennine_express frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Preston to Harrogate train
FAQs: Travel by train from Preston to Harrogate easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Preston to Harrogate.
The train distance from Preston to Harrogate is 81 km.
To fully enjoy Harrogate's attractions, including the Royal Pump Room Museum, RHS Garden Harlow Carr, and the Turkish Baths, a stay of two to three days is recommended.
Booking trains from Preston to Harrogate 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 Harrogate covers a distance of 81 km and takes approximately 2h 49m. Trains run 5 per day.
The first train from Preston to Harrogate leaves at 5:44.
The cost of a train ticket from Preston to Harrogate can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £12, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The last train from Preston to Harrogate departs at 23:19.
Trains from Preston to Harrogate run approximately 5 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Preston to Harrogate is by train, costing approximately £12.
The train station in Preston that goes to Harrogate is Preston station (PRE), and it arrives at Harrogate station (HGT).
To get from Preston to Harrogate, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Preston to Harrogate.
Yes, you can take the train from Preston to Harrogate.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Preston to Harrogate.
There is no night train service from Preston to Harrogate.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Harrogate
Preston
Harrogate
The major train station for departures in Preston is Preston. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Preston for your trip from Preston to Harrogate.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 5:30 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday
- 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
6Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24 hours, located adjacent to the station with access from Butler Street.
Dining
- Rise
- The Olive Tree Brasserie
- Turtle Bay
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps.
WC
- £0.30
Hotel
- Holiday Inn Express Preston - South
- Delta Hotels Preston
- Macdonald Tickled Trout Hotel
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Enterprise
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for long-distance services
- Hall 2: platforms 4-6 for regional and local services
Public transport options for Preston
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Northern, Avanti West Coast, TransPennine Express services
The major train station for arrivals in Harrogate is Harrogate. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Harrogate for your journey to Harrogate from Preston.
Amenities at train station
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Ticket Office Hours
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 19:00 Sunday 09:15 - 18:00 part time opening hours
Shopping
- Type of shops available: shopping precinct and real ale pub adjacent to station platforms.
Parking
- Car Park: Station Car Park
Accessibility
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category A station, Level access to both platforms via separate entrances. Lifts between platforms are available from first to last train.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible public telephones: Disabled user friendly
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- 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
WC
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Harrogate
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parkinginformation
Distance to city center
2 kmParking
- Car Park: No
Accessibility
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Category B station, Step-free access to both platforms via short ramps from separate entrances. Step-free access between platforms via subway with fairly steep ramps.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No
Bike Parking
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on the Leeds bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
Public transport options for Starbeck
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Pick Up / Drop Off at the bus stops near to the level crossing. (Station side for York, opposite side for Harrogate)
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