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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport
Cheapest price
£63
Average price
£100
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 53 m
Trains per day
4
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 £100 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.
Of the 4 trains that leave Preston station (PRE) for London Heathrow Airport every day 4 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 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 29 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.
09:003h10Preston station (PRE)12:10London Heathrow Airport£631One-way0 changes- 08:003h27Preston station (PRE)11:27London Heathrow Airport£881One-way0 changes
- 11:003h27Preston station (PRE)14:27London Heathrow Airport£1211One-way0 changes
08:115h29Preston station (PRE)13:40London Heathrow Airport£1261One-way0 changes
- 09:003h10Preston station (PRE)12:10London Heathrow Airport£631One-way0 changes
- 11:003h27Preston station (PRE)14:27London Heathrow Airport£1211One-way0 changes
- 08:003h27Preston station (PRE)11:27London Heathrow Airport£881One-way0 changes
- 08:115h29Preston station (PRE)13:40London Heathrow Airport£1261One-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 £24. 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 £24, and a flight costs an average of £63.
Distance: 296 km
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£94 Average Price | £47 Average Price Cheapest | £128 Average Price |
3h 38m Average total duration 3h 8m 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* |
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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 today, Monday 30 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 10:00 Preston station (PRE) | 3h10 | 13:10 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:59 Preston station (PRE) | 3h26 | 20:25 London Heathrow Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport
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Trains from Preston station (PRE) to London Heathrow Airport run on average 23 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £36 but you can travel from only £24 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 06:00, the last at 16:59. The fastest train covers the 296 km distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 296 km |
Average train duration 3h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price £36 |
Trains per day 23 |
Fastest train 3h 10m |
First train 06:00 |
Last train 16:59 |
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 £24. 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
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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