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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston to Harrogate
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
2 h 49 m
Average duration
2 h 50 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
81 km
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 £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 trains that leave Preston for Harrogate every day 2 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 50 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 51 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.
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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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£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.
Live departures
Preston to Harrogate train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston to Harrogate trains for today, Sunday 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:15 Preston | 3h25 | 10:40 Harrogate | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 22 December | |||||
| 04:44 Preston | 2h51 | 07:35 Harrogate | 0 changesdirect | |
| 05:44 Preston | 2h49 | 08:33 Harrogate | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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.
The earliest train runs at 05:44, the last at 23:19. The fastest train covers the 81 km distance in 2h 49m.
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 |
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.
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FAQs: Preston to Harrogate train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston to Harrogate 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 Harrogate, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Preston and Harrogate
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
Wifi
ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 06:15 - 19:00 Saturday 06:15 - 19:00 Sunday 09:15 - 18:00 part time opening hours
- Type of shops available: shopping precinct and real ale pub adjacent to station platforms.
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- 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
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: No
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Replacement transport will pick up/drop off in the station car park
ParkingDiningAccessibilityLost and Found OfficeBike Parking- Car Park: No
- 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
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: on the Leeds bound platform
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- 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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