The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£111
Average price
£111
Fastest journey
3 h 48 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
296 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport will cost around £111 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £111.
Of the 1 trains that leave Preston station (PRE) for London Heathrow Airport 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 296 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 48 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 48 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.
11:183h48Preston station (PRE)15:06London Heathrow Airport£1111One-way0 changes
11:183h48Preston station (PRE)15:06London Heathrow Airport£1111One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 296 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£113 Average Price | £39 Average Price Cheapest | £168 Average Price |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 29m Average total duration 6h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport trains for tomorrow, Thursday 2 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:18 Preston station (PRE) | 3h48 | 15:06 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport by train, coach or flight
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Why should you book Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport trains with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Avanti West Coast?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Avanti West Coast, but also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport.
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Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Raileurope?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Caledonian Sleeper to find the best option for your trip from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport
Trains from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £67 but you can travel from only £23 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:58, the last at 14:00. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £67 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 6:58 |
Last train 14:00 |
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Train companies: Avanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport trainsAvanti West Coast, Caledonian Sleeper trains will get you between Preston station (PRE) and London Heathrow Airport from £23. 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 station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport 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 London Heathrow Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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Important Stations and Airports in Preston station (PRE) and London Heathrow Airport
Most Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport trains use the Preston to London Euston station pair. Use this guide to compare Preston station (PRE) and London Heathrow Airport train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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